Posted by Zoehead on July 18, 2005, at 14:07:33
Hi There,
I have been struggling for over 20 years with facial blushing and am completely frustrated that there aren't any medications (that I know of) that will help this. I currently take Lexapro & 1mg Klonopin for Depression & Social Anxiety -- but neither of them do anything with the facial blushing. This problem has made and continues to make my professional and personal life complete hell. I have to go to great lengths to avoid certain situations so I don't blush. Anyone who hasn't suffered from blushing can't imagine what its like -- people treat you like a freak or that you must be really messed up. The funny thing is -- I feel normal and okay about myself -- but the blushing has a life of its own and has nothing to do with how I feel about myself.
I've tried Propranolol -- up to 20-30mg -- but it only lasts for 1-2 hours and then wears off.
Can anyone help with suggestions on ANY type of medication that might help this?
Effexor helped slightly but I had to go off the medication because of the severe side effects (apathy, no motivation or care in life and hypersomnolence -- but the positive was it took away my anxiety & depression -- but to the severe point of me not caring or feeling AT ALL).
THANKS!!!
Andrew B -- do you have any suggestions -- I know you are the guru of medications. I can give you the list of medications I have tried.
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