Posted by Brody on July 9, 2007, at 14:33:25
In reply to Another Emsam question, posted by Seeking Peace on July 9, 2007, at 11:45:49
Hi, My thought is that it may be the heat and length of your shower. Perhaps this is not a logical comparison, but here goes: We are in a hot, steamy weather pattern right now, and I have definitely noticed an increase in anxiety.
I take care of 13 horses, so I have to be outside alot. Up until this hot weather hit, the EMSAM was handling my moderate daytime anxiety just fine. I take fairly quick (perhaps coolish) showers, and have not noticed anxiety increases afterwards... but I do feel more of it on and off throughout the day.
Don't know if perhaps the increased anxiety might be induced by a drop in blood pressure, which I am told occurs in these hot spells. I haven't tested that out... need to invest in a home BP monitor.
Tomorrow begins my 8th week on EMSAM.... currently on the 12 mg patch.
P.S. I believe that just about anyone experiencing the evils of depression is well aware of how quickly personal care feels like a chore and how it can slip off of the list!
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