Posted by Bittersweet on March 13, 2003, at 4:28:56
In reply to Re: Denial of Bipolar - frequency of episodes » Sam Grimes, posted by Ritch on March 12, 2003, at 23:33:23
> I have rapid-cycling chronic BPII which is very different from what your wife is suffering. I hope others will respond and help you out. If she is in denial of the bipolar it is going to be tough to get her to take medication on a maintenance basis. There is a poster here (Judy1) who is BPI and takes high-dose Depakote only when she gets manic spells. I hope she responds with a suggestion. From what I understand lithium is the treatment of choice for non-rapid cycling BPI with psychotic features with an antipsychotic added during acute episodes. Hope this helps some.
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I have been looking for answers as of late regarding BP. For years now I have ignored the symptoms, but now want to find relief.
Can you tell me, is it normal to have a manic episode in December? I mentioned my concerns to my family physician, stating that in Dec. I was very manic (unusual for me, I'm usually very low from Nov-March, have SAD) and he said I probably don't have bi-polar because mania doesn't happen that time of year(??). Your input would be greatly appreciated, thanks
{sorry, Sam, didn't meen to take over your thread or anything}
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