Posted by xjs7 on June 9, 2004, at 13:42:46
In reply to Re: medication resistant--help, posted by Charm on June 9, 2004, at 13:10:53
Hi gingee,
It sounds like you have a complicated medical condition. I do too, and sometimes I feel very alone because of it. (I have a brain tumor which causes a bunch of problems.) Charm posted a very nice message that should also help.
What kind of seizures do you have? If you don't feel comfortable telling, then please don't. If at all possible I would suggest seeing a neuropsychiatrist. They can help with seizure disorders associate with psychiatric problems.
Also I remember reading about an expert in epileptic psychiatric disorders, who seemed to think that a combination of two antidepressants--an older tricyclic antidepressant and a newer SSRI like Zoloft. Do a search for "interictal dysphoric disorder" and you should find some related information.
I suggest you talk to your doctor about adding an older TCA (tricyclic) antidepressant. I have not personally tried this, as my symptoms are very different, but it is worth a shot.
Don't be hard on yourself about this problem--it is not your fault.
xjs7
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