Posted by lalaland7 on November 10, 2004, at 21:59:58
In reply to Re: I'd gain 100lbs if it meant feeling ok, posted by King Vultan on November 10, 2004, at 20:50:36
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> Interesting how people's perspectives can differ, as I would choose to be thin and depressed--or even take death itself--over gaining 100 lbs. I believe I simply have too much self esteem tied up in the issue, hence my sympathy towards people who are bothered by weight gain on antidepressants, as well as my disdain towards doctors who don't seem to think it's a very important issue.
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> I have my own prejudices, of course. I don't think side effects like constipation and dry mouth are particularly unacceptable and would have a hard time understanding someone not willing to put up with them in order to feel better. Good doctors, on the other hand, will put aside their own biases and tailor a patient's treatment to try to minimize side effects and other negatives that are unacceptable to the individual patient.
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> ToddTodd you are a right on! I feel the same way. I am thankful my Dr is very respectful of my fears of weight gain...however he still feels certain drugs won't cause it....and then they do.....I would rather be a bit spacey than be huge!--
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