Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Depression

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Children: feeling sad, angry, irritable. Decrease in academic performance. Somatic complains.
Adult: loss of interest in usual activities. Feeling of worthlessness. Sleep problems.

PhysicalFindings

Normal examination

ClinicalTests

DSM-5;
PHQ-2; PHQ-9;

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

Light therapy (10000 lux at least 30 min/day) for MDD with seasonal pattern;

PharmOptions

SSRI - 1st line option;
Atypical presentation: MAOIs, TCA;

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/psychiatric-disorders/mood-disorders/depressive-disorders?query=Depression