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Feeling like they can’t turn their brain off Disturbances of sleep and appetite Physical symptoms like dizziness, heart palpitations, and nausea
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These symptoms typically begin anywhere from one to three days post-delivery and may last between two and fourteen days.
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If feelings persist past two weeks, your patient may be experiencing a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD).
Postpartum Psychosis
Postpartum Psychosis If your patient is seeing or hearing things other people are not, feeling as though others are out to get them, hearing or seeing things that others may not, or experiencing highly unusual thoughts regarding themselves or their…
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Postpartum psychosis is rather rare, affecting only 0.1-0.2% of all births. However, it is a serious disorder and requires immediate medical attention.
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Symptoms include: Delusions or strange beliefs that feel real Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there) Feeling confused
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Feeling disconnected from reality Decreased need for or inability to sleep Paranoia and suspiciousness Difficulty communicating at times
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While acts of harm to oneself or the baby are uncommon, women suffering from postpartum psychosis may do things they might not otherwise do, given their altered state. Therefore, urgent intervention from professionals is paramount in ensuring that the mother…
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Please call 911 if you believe your patient is experiencing postpartum psychosis.