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Posted by Sonya on October 21, 2005, at 8:40:45
I see my pdoc in 1 1/2 hours and I don't know what to tell him. I feel absolutely GREAT; better than ever. I think I might be hypomanic (diagnosed BP II) but I don't think I want to make him think I'm hypomanic because he may change my meds. I LIKE FEELING LIKE THIS!!! He might change my meds if he thinks I'm hypomanic. The combo of Wellbutrin and Depakote seems to be the best for me. I'm really conflicted. Do I tell him I feel this wonderful and he might make it end, or play it down so he doesn't suspect?
Sonya
Posted by med_empowered on October 21, 2005, at 9:18:49
In reply to dilemma - please help, posted by Sonya on October 21, 2005, at 8:40:45
if you're feeling great, that's great--its not really "hypomania", at least not in any dangerous sense. I'd just say hey, the meds are working, I feel balanced and happy, good work. Even if you are mildly hypomanic, its really not a problem unless its causing a real problem in your life..that would be when meds should be adjusted. Good luck!
Posted by Sonya on October 21, 2005, at 9:24:06
In reply to Re: dilemma - please help, posted by med_empowered on October 21, 2005, at 9:18:49
Thanks! I'm not so concerned now.
Posted by sftblank on October 21, 2005, at 12:50:43
In reply to dilemma - please help, posted by Sonya on October 21, 2005, at 8:40:45
I'd ride with it as long as you are vigilent about getting irritable, grandious, making bad decisions.
But if you are holding it together than let yourself FEEL GOOD!!!
Posted by Phillipa on October 21, 2005, at 18:46:27
In reply to Re: dilemma - please help, posted by sftblank on October 21, 2005, at 12:50:43
Sonya so how did your appointment go today? Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by Maxime on October 21, 2005, at 23:07:20
In reply to dilemma - please help, posted by Sonya on October 21, 2005, at 8:40:45
Sonya, I know I am late in responding. But did you know that restricting your food will give you a high? It will at first anyway. Later on you will start to feel exhausted all the time but let's leave that for now.
Anyhow, just thought I would point it out.
Take care,
MaximePS - Why do you think I am posting at 12 o'clock at night. I can't $@##! sleep! And I am so depressed and I just want to escape.
> I see my pdoc in 1 1/2 hours and I don't know what to tell him. I feel absolutely GREAT; better than ever. I think I might be hypomanic (diagnosed BP II) but I don't think I want to make him think I'm hypomanic because he may change my meds. I LIKE FEELING LIKE THIS!!! He might change my meds if he thinks I'm hypomanic. The combo of Wellbutrin and Depakote seems to be the best for me. I'm really conflicted. Do I tell him I feel this wonderful and he might make it end, or play it down so he doesn't suspect?
>
> Sonya
Posted by Sonya on October 22, 2005, at 3:28:28
In reply to Re: dilemma - please help, posted by Phillipa on October 21, 2005, at 18:46:27
> Sonya so how did your appointment go today? Fondly, Phillipa
GREAT! Pdoc complimented and congratulated me on weight loss. Said "it looked good on me". He did ask at one point: "Are you getting manic on me?" to which I replied "nah, because I'm sleeping a good 7-8 hrs a night" (liar, liar pants on fire). It's 4:27am and I feel like I could run the NYC marathon. I think I'll get on the treadmill.
Posted by Sonya on October 22, 2005, at 3:38:16
In reply to Re: dilemma - please help » Sonya, posted by Maxime on October 21, 2005, at 23:07:20
> But did you know that restricting your food will give you a high? It will at first anyway. Later on you will start to feel exhausted all the time but let's leave that for now.
>Yeah, Maxime, Racer pointed that out to me on the Eating Board. But y'know for someone who normally sees the cup half empty and always worrying about the future, I'm enjoying this for what it's worth and refuse to think about what may come of it.
>
> PS - Why do you think I am posting at 12 o'clock at night. I can't $@##! sleep! And I am so depressed and I just want to escape.
>Oh, Hon - what can I/we do to help? Please let us know. I know very well that "wanting to escape" feeling. Maybe if you can vent to us it may help a little? Hope you got some sleep.
Sonya
Posted by Maxime on October 22, 2005, at 16:43:38
In reply to (((((((((Maxime))))))))), posted by Sonya on October 22, 2005, at 3:38:16
I slept for about an hour. There is nothing anyone can do to help, but thanks for asking.
Maxime
> > But did you know that restricting your food will give you a high? It will at first anyway. Later on you will start to feel exhausted all the time but let's leave that for now.
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> Yeah, Maxime, Racer pointed that out to me on the Eating Board. But y'know for someone who normally sees the cup half empty and always worrying about the future, I'm enjoying this for what it's worth and refuse to think about what may come of it.
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> > PS - Why do you think I am posting at 12 o'clock at night. I can't $@##! sleep! And I am so depressed and I just want to escape.
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> Oh, Hon - what can I/we do to help? Please let us know. I know very well that "wanting to escape" feeling. Maybe if you can vent to us it may help a little? Hope you got some sleep.
>
> Sonya
Posted by CK1 on October 22, 2005, at 17:56:14
In reply to Re: (((((((((Maxime))))))))) » Sonya, posted by Maxime on October 22, 2005, at 16:43:38
Maxime,
We can't help you but we care about you! You'll feel better.....just keep on keepin on my friend. We have totally different problems and to different degrees, but I TOTALLY understand how you feel.
Get better, will ya!
CK
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