Posted by oldhand on October 12, 2003, at 21:29:09
In reply to Re: dutch, posted by dutch on October 10, 2003, at 15:41:39
> thanks kristen :) i really have lost hope for side effect improvement, as i have been on the med for 6 months now. in the last month or two, the memory loss thing has really gotten to me. i am tired of it but i do feel a heck of a lot better overall. i guess i have to learn to live with mild altzheimers basically.
Hi dutch<
Do you get enough exercize? My pdoc was telling me about studies that aerobic exercize can help regenerate brain cells. Mine are recovering from years of alcohol use/abuse. The other thing is that I feel much brighter and calmer on the days I get a good walk in or something. Also, as you probably know, depression itself can make one unfocused and unable to concentrate, thus perhaps a memory loss?
I also live with my "redesigned" brain. I have been on Lexapro for 11 months, now up to 20mg with Wellbutrin added at 150mg almost a month ago. I am feeling better now than I have in years and I always hope that people experience good results as I have. It seemes most of the side effects are gone and, like you, I can live with the rest. Best wishes for peace.
Shelley
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