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Postpartum depression — ABFM Board MCQ

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EasyWomen's health/OB/GYNPostpartum depressionABFM Board

A 30-year-old woman 6 weeks postpartum reports depressed mood, guilt, poor sleep even when the infant sleeps, and loss of interest. She denies thoughts of harming herself or the baby. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: B — Postpartum depression

Persistent depressive symptoms beyond the early postpartum blues period are consistent with postpartum depression.

Reference: USPSTF A and B Recommendations: https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation-topics/uspstf-a-and-b-recommendations