Posted by blkvettes on June 5, 2003, at 12:19:02
In reply to 3 Weeks today and new to the board!, posted by Traci on June 5, 2003, at 11:20:44
> Today is week 3 on Lex and the only side effect I have left is the inability to sleep more than 2 hours at night. I did experience the nausea, vertigo, shakes (skin crawled a little) and extreme jaw clenching (for about a week). I have been reading all the post over the last few days and find it very inspiring and encouraging to know that Lex is working for many of you! I believe it kicked in for me 2 days ago, it was almost as if someone turned on the lights. Very bizarre! I believe I may have been suffering with Depression as far back as 1994 (after the birth of my son). I have a Thyroid condition that has been under treatment for about 2 years and a long family history of depression. With all the added stress and change that has occurred in my life over the past 6 months I believe elevated the condition and have lead to minor panic attacks.
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> Anyways, even though the "lights have come on" I believe I still have a long way to go!
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> Has anyone experienced the insomnia? If so how long did it last?
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> Thank all for listening and sharing your experiences. -Traci
Hi Traci, isnt that lights coming on thing weird and wonderful at the same time. I remember when it started happening to me. I was sitting at the computer after midnight. I realized I was not depressed and then I was afraid to sleep. Because if I slept I may not have that feeling when I woke up. The insomnia thing Im not sure Im qualified to answer. All my life Ive had insomnia. The funny thing is when I started lex I fell asleep early for a couple of months. Then when I got better I was back to insomnia. I think it has more to do with my normal old self. I dont mind as long as I dont go through that hell again. But going by posts from this board and others things should get better for you in the sleep department. You are right you have a long ways to go. Just remember you will still have bad days just like every person living on the face of the earth. Just tell yourself this is a bad day and tomorrow will be different. TAKE CARE!!!
WAYNE
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