Posted by Riley on September 12, 1999, at 22:44:34
In reply to I need a reference point!, posted by Bob on September 11, 1999, at 16:44:50
This is a timely subject for me. Since the birth of my 4th child I have been doing the pharmaceutical merry-go-round. PPD turned into hormonal PMS and peri-menopausal depression that seems to be better described as dysthymia. So the last eight years have been my medical/pharmacy school training. Paxil/depakote put me at 100% better, and 70# heavier. Stupid me decided to try new combos; of course, nothing compared. So here I am now with SSRI's that don't work very well now. Latest treatment is 50mg Paxil, 200 topomax, and 25mg. Revia. PMS and dysthymia are my constant companions. I tried a new Dr. last week. His philosophy was, "If I can get a patient 80% better, then I have done my job." Obviously, he has never personally felt the destructive inner feelings of depression. So I am waiting to hear from the U of M to be scheduled for a second opinion on my current treatment. I am hoping for some new/novel ideas.
I am very sad and discouraged. I have had to die to the dream that I will ever feel the same as I did before my last child was born. Something must have permanently changed in my brain. I have done some therapy digging for any possible issue - all that seems to be there is just dealing with the illness. Comforting words welcome.
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