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Puerperal blues vs Postpartum depression vs Postpartum psychosis β€” UPSC CMS MCQs (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · 2 questions

2025 P2 Q53

Q1. Which one of the following is correct regarding postpartum psychosis?

  1. There is often no family history of psychosis
  2. Its onset is usually within 4 days of delivery
  3. Recurrence rate in subsequent pregnancy is 60–70%
  4. Electroconvulsive therapy is the first treatment of choice

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PYQ 2020–2025 β€” page 442

2025 P2 Q55

Q2. Which of the following are correct regarding puerperal blues? I. Its incidence is around 50%. II. There is no specific metabolic or endocrine derangement. III. Treatment is reassurance and psychological support. Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. I and II only
  2. II and III only
  3. I and III only
  4. I, II and III

Answer & explanation β€” reveal it in the interactive practice above.

PYQ 2020–2025 β€” page 443

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