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Post-partum or puerperal psychosis (PPP)
Post-partum or puerperal psychosis (PPP) is a serious, but fortunately rare disorder, occurring after about 0.1–0.2 per cent of deliveries (Kendell, Chalmers & Platz, 1987). The onset is commonly within the first three weeks after delivery, but it may sometimes begin with a prodromal mood disturbance (usually unrecognised) during pregnancy. PPP is usually a diagnosis […]
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What to do for postnatal psychosis
What to do for postnatal psychosis • The mother may need to be hospitalised for a few days. Refer her to the nearest mental health or other appropriate hospital. • Use antipsychotic medicines to bring the illness under control. You can use haloperidol, 5–10 mg a day, or other antipsychotic medicines. Sleeping medicines at night […]
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