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Dr. Tasneem P. Yakoob, MD, BS is a primary care doctor in Houston, TX specializing in primary care and internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine in 2001 and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Tasneem P. Yakoob, MD, BS is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic and KELSEY-SEYBOLD MEDICAL GROUP, PLLC.
13105 Wortham Center Drive
Houston, TX 77065
Bipolar Disorder
Commonly known as manic-depressive illness, bipolar disorder is a serious mental condition characterized by extreme changes in mood. Individuals with this disorder experience emotional highs, or manic episodes, and lows, or depressive episodes. These episodes are distinct periods that are separate from the moods they may usually feel.
During manic episodes, individuals may:
In contrast, depressive episodes may bring about:
Episodes may be a mixture of both manic and depressive symptoms. In such an episode, individuals with bipolar disorder may feel sad, empty, and hopeless but have a high level of energy at the same time. Sometimes, changes in mood are less dramatic. For example, individuals may feel happy and think everything is fine, but people around them may notice their mood changes. Episodes like this are called hypomania. If an individual is hypomanic and does not receive proper treatment, their condition will likely worsen.
Generally considered a lifetime illness, the disorder begins in the late teen or early adult years. Bipolar disorder has no known cause, but research has shown that it tends to run in families. To diagnose it, a psychiatrist carefully assesses an individual's moods and behavior patterns. They may also be asked to keep a daily record of their moods and other factors that can help with diagnosis and determining the right course of therapy. Counseling is a typical form of treatment, as is a group of medications that can control symptoms, called antipsychotics.
Dr. Tasneem P. Yakoob, MD, BS graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine in 2001. She completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine (2001)
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (2002)
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Tasneem P. Yakoob, MD, BS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Tasneem P. Yakoob, MD, BS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 573 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Tasneem P. Yakoob, MD, BS from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.
Dr. Tasneem Yakoob works as a primary care. Clinical interests for Dr. Yakoob include pain, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), and high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia). Her education and training includes medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. She is affiliated with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic and Baylor College of Medicine. According to Doctor.com, Dr. Yakoob is currently accepting new patients at her office in Houston, TX.
