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Treatment duration of psychosis
I have diagnosed psychosis. I'm under treatment since December 2017. Now I am in well condition. How long the treatment will run.
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In acute transient psychosis, medication can be tapered off after 2 years. In some episodic cases of schizophrenia, stopping medication can be considered after 5 years of recovery. However, in some chronic cases with recurrent and persistent symptoms, medication might need to be continued for an indefinite period.
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You should follow up with a psychiatrist for monitoring and titration of medication
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Don’t stop medication without discussing with the doctor as the symptoms can relapse
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