Should a person be concerned about self-harm?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Last year, I struggled with self-harm for a brief period but stopped. Then, last weekend, I did it again. I do not plan on doing it again and feel I can stop on my own. Should I still seek help?

Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary is a skilled Psychiatrist specializing in andrology, geriatrics, sexology, and general psychiatric care. He focuses on diagnosing and managing mental health conditions, sexual health issues, and age-related psychological concerns. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Choudhary provides personalized care aimed at improving mental well-being, quality of life, and overall health.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Before I answer your question, I need to know a few things:

  1. What is your age and gender?
  2. Any medical or psychiatric illness in the past?
  3. Any history of similar complaints in the family?
  4. What was the duration of the last episode year?
  5. What was the duration of the current episode?
  6. Are there any precipitating factors for any of these episodes?

Generally speaking, it is difficult to answer correctly with available information, but any recurrence (second time in your case) typically requires further detailed elaboration. It happens when you have unacceptable thoughts that are not controlled. To conclude, it is necessary to seek help in your case. If you are comfortable online, contact me for further evaluation and management.

I hope this information will help you.

Thanks.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 3, 2014
Reviewed At August 28, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary is a skilled Psychiatrist specializing in andrology, geriatrics, sexology, and general psychiatric care. He focuses on diagnosing and managing mental health conditions, sexual health issues, and age-related psychological concerns. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Choudhary provides personalized care aimed at improving mental well-being, quality of life, and overall health.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary is a skilled Psychiatrist specializing in andrology, geriatrics, sexology, and general psychiatric care. He focuses on diagnosing and managing mental health conditions, sexual health issues, and age-related psychological concerns. With a compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Choudhary provides personalized care aimed at improving mental well-being, quality of life, and overall health.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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