POSTPARTUM PSYCHOSIS

Psychosis is the point at which a person puts some distance between himself or herself and the real world. They may begin to see, hear, or potentially believe things that aren’t real. This effect can be unsafe for a new mother and her child.

Postpartum psychosis manifestations are like those of a bipolar disorder. The episode begins with the inability to rest and feeling eager or particularly irritable. These symptoms can progress to more serious ones like:

• Auditory hallucinations (hearing things that aren’t true)
• Being delusional
• Disoriented as to place and time
• Rapidly changing states of mind from depression to mania
• Suicidal attempt

Postpartum psychosis can be a serious condition that need immediate treatment.

DIAGNOSIS

A doctor will begin by getting some information about your symptoms and to what extent you’ve been encountering them. They will likewise get some information about your past medical history, including these:

• Depression
• Bipolar disorder
• Anxiety
• Family psychological wellness history
• Thoughts of suicide, or hurting your infant
• Substance misuse

It’s imperative to be as genuine and open as possible with your doctor so you can get the assistance that you need.

TREATMENT

Postpartum psychosis is a therapeutic emergency that calls for immediate treatment.

Medicines during episodes include medicines to lessen depression, balance out states of mind, and diminish psychosis.

The following may be prescribes:

Anti–psychotic medicines– use to lessen the occurrence of bizarre thoughts

Mood stabilizers– These medicine control mood and behavior