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Posted by Bubba D. Lux on February 28, 2003, at 16:04:31
Please, Hope someone can help!!
My partner of the last year suffers from a condition called OCD. When he told me he had the condition, I really did not know what it entailed. I read up on it about it. Oh NO!!!!
It manifests itself in "theraputic" cleaning (has to smell everything washed), takes baths WITH the cat, hides boxes fabric softener in his briefcase for crying out loud), throws up if you eat CHEESE around him, (reminds him of "dead people"), shampoo, HUNDREDS of bottles (believe it or not, he even has a little ritual in the bathtub for it), an unrealistic and horrific fear of "going to hell", (his born-again cult mother instilled this little gem into his head)??!!, VIOLENT outbursts of temper and sexual "things" well beyond what would be considered "normal". (I.E. putting the moves on a mentally-handicapped guy we know, a 53 year old soon-to-be grandmother tenant of mine, an old, dear girlfriend of mine he e-mails in Italy. The list goes on!!). It doesnt matter if it's male or female. He'll harbor ages of sexual desire for a person for stupid reasons like my friend in Italy LIVES in an exotic location like Italy. WHAT IS THIS?? Is this OCD?? He lies pathologically about the smallest thing and keeps deep, dark secrets (like his relationship from his "born-again" adoptive family about spending time with his biological family for fear his adoptive mother will tell him he is "going to hell"??!!.
He's 32, as of yesterday. Is this some strange part of the OCD?? What has caused this irrational behavior in a highly educated person??
The real problem is his OCD and his vehement position that he has Chrohn's disease. We went to a GI doctor. My boyfriend didn't know I would speak to the doctor. The doctor told me while he was in recovery that he didn't have Chrohn's disease and showed me the pictures to prove it. He suggested we see his psychiatrist.
He "goes to the bathroom" on himself for crying out loud. Is this an attention ploy. OCD?? Is he seriously mentally ill??
I'm at the end of my rope. Please, Is this part of OCD or a deeper mental condition. If so, What medications should he be on. He has been on many (or so he claims, who knows what the truth really is with his reality). I love him very deeply and want him to get well.
I would sincerely appreciate ANY help ANYONE could provide. Any experiences like this?? I don't know how much longer I can care.
Thanks SO MUCH!!
Posted by Bubba D. Lux on February 28, 2003, at 18:59:46
In reply to Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...Is this For Real??, posted by Bubba D. Lux on February 28, 2003, at 16:04:31
Posted by Rainee on February 28, 2003, at 22:20:40
In reply to Sorry, He Also Says He Has Anxiety/Depression!!, posted by Bubba D. Lux on February 28, 2003, at 18:59:46
Wow, It sounds like you have a full plate there..
I see some OCD stuff but I'm don't know what the other is. He definintly needs proper help. Please take care of yourself in this. It sounds complicated.
Posted by KrissyP on March 1, 2003, at 23:55:21
In reply to Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...Is this For Real??, posted by Bubba D. Lux on February 28, 2003, at 16:04:31
I'm sorry you are going through this, I am a psych college student (senior) not that means anything BUT, it sounds to me as if he has something more going on-really. Does he do drugs? Just a simple question? Has he tried Luvox? I had severe abdominal pain and it was nothing after many, many diagnostics tests. I refused to go to a psychiatrist at the time, but since then, I started PREVACID and it has done wonders. If you read up, many many people with psychiatric illnesses are highly intelligent so I hear your concern as to why he is this way. I don't know the extent of just exactly how your relationship is with him, but he needs someone now, unfortunately it sounds as if you are at the rope's end-I am sorry. Keep caring and I wish you the best. I hoped this helped a little?
God Bless,
Kristen
He's 32, as of yesterday. Is this some strange part of the OCD?? What has caused this irrational behavior in a highly educated person??
The real problem is his OCD and his vehement position that he has Chrohn's disease. We went to a GI doctor. My boyfriend didn't know I would speak to the doctor. The doctor told me while he was in recovery that he didn't have Chrohn's disease and showed me the pictures to prove it. He suggested we see his psychiatrist.
He "goes to the bathroom" on himself for crying out loud. Is this an attention ploy. OCD?? Is he seriously mentally ill??
I'm at the end of my rope. Please, Is this part of OCD or a deeper mental condition. If so, What medications should he be on. He has been on many (or so he claims, who knows what the truth really is with his reality). I love him very deeply and want him to get well.
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> I would sincerely appreciate ANY help ANYONE could provide. Any experiences like this?? I don't know how much longer I can care.
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> Thanks SO MUCH!!
Posted by Bubba D. Lux on March 4, 2003, at 10:57:29
In reply to Re: Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...Is this For Real?? » Bubba D. Lux, posted by KrissyP on March 1, 2003, at 23:55:21
Thx Kristen:)), I appreciate it. My friend in Italy says the same thing you do. He's obsessed with her now (E-Mails, I.M.'s, etc...), he says she'll change him. She's concerned he'll do something to her. Great, add stalking to the list. Should he be hospitalized for something like this?? I don't know. I'm going to Italy soon so I'll talk more in depth with her then. In the meantime what sort of medication would you think could keep this at bay?? He SAYS he doesnt do drugs. Luvox, Hmmm, I don't know off hand.
Thanks for your help:))
Bubba D.
> I'm sorry you are going through this, I am a psych college student (senior) not that means anything BUT, it sounds to me as if he has something more going on-really. Does he do drugs? Just a simple question? Has he tried Luvox? I had severe abdominal pain and it was nothing after many, many diagnostics tests. I refused to go to a psychiatrist at the time, but since then, I started PREVACID and it has done wonders. If you read up, many many people with psychiatric illnesses are highly intelligent so I hear your concern as to why he is this way. I don't know the extent of just exactly how your relationship is with him, but he needs someone now, unfortunately it sounds as if you are at the rope's end-I am sorry. Keep caring and I wish you the best. I hoped this helped a little?
> God Bless,
> Kristen
Posted by Bubba D. Lux on March 4, 2003, at 10:59:53
In reply to Re: Sorry, He Also Says He Has Anxiety/Depression!! » Bubba D. Lux, posted by Rainee on February 28, 2003, at 22:20:40
Thx for the support Rainee!!
> Wow, It sounds like you have a full plate there..
> I see some OCD stuff but I'm don't know what the other is. He definintly needs proper help. Please take care of yourself in this. It sounds complicated.
Posted by mopey on March 4, 2003, at 13:03:23
In reply to Re: Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...Is this For Real??, posted by Bubba D. Lux on March 4, 2003, at 10:57:29
Wow, you certainly have your hands full.
It sounds to me that he needs a lot more help than a layperson can give, and I hope you are taking care of yourself and your needs in the middle of this situation.
I know taking a step back sounds difficult, since you love him. But getting him to a doctor sounds like the priority to me. His problems are more than you should have to deal with by yourself.
Please keep posting here -- let us know how things are going. It's always good to share a problem here and know people are supporting you.
All the best...
Posted by KrissyP on March 4, 2003, at 20:17:29
In reply to Re: Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...Is this For Real??, posted by Bubba D. Lux on March 4, 2003, at 10:57:29
Your very welcome:-)
Stalking is NOT good, obviously. I know a friend that went through that kind of nightmare. She is doing great now though. Luvox is probably the #1 med used to treat OCD-for some it isn't. I think it would be better left up to him and his friends, and probably a doc or ER if he needs to be admitted or treated. I hope he gets some help-he doesn't sound "stable" to me. It is nice of you to go to Italy to suppport your friend:-)She really needs you, I think, but don't put ALL the responsibility on yourself k? I understand how you feel.All the best,
Kristen
-------------------------------------------------Thx Kristen:)), I appreciate it. My friend in Italy says the same thing you do. He's obsessed with her now (E-Mails, I.M.'s, etc...), he says she'll change him. She's concerned he'll do something to her. Great, add stalking to the list. Should he be hospitalized for something like this?? I don't know. I'm going to Italy soon so I'll talk more in depth with her then. In the meantime what sort of medication would you think could keep this at bay?? He SAYS he doesnt do drugs. Luvox, Hmmm, I don't know off hand.
Thanks for your help:))
Bubba D.
> > sorry you are going through this, I am a psych college student (senior) not that means anything BUT, it sounds to me as if he has something more going on-really. Does he do drugs? Just a simple question? Has he tried Luvox? I had severe abdominal pain and it was nothing after many, many diagnostics tests. I refused to go to a psychiatrist at the time, but since then, I started PREVACID and it has done wonders. If you read up, many many people with psychiatric illnesses are highly intelligent so I hear your concern as to why he is this way. I don't know the extent of just exactly how your relationship is with him, but he needs someone now, unfortunately it sounds as if you are at the rope's end-I am sorry. Keep caring and I wish you the best. I hoped this helped a little?
God Bless,
Kristen
Posted by Bubba D. Lux on March 5, 2003, at 11:54:28
In reply to Re: Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...Is this For Real?? » Bubba D. Lux, posted by KrissyP on March 4, 2003, at 20:17:29
Thanks, I'll look into this Luvox stuff. I found out yesterday he blew a shot at making 2 1/2 times the money he's making now at a very prestigous firm here. He owes so much money and to blow that off has really got me thinking there's something REALLY wrong with him!!
I appreciate your concern. Luvox it is.
Take care,
Bubba
> Your very welcome:-)
> Stalking is NOT good, obviously. I know a friend that went through that kind of nightmare. She is doing great now though. Luvox is probably the #1 med used to treat OCD-for some it isn't. I think it would be better left up to him and his friends, and probably a doc or ER if he needs to be admitted or treated. I hope he gets some help-he doesn't sound "stable" to me. It is nice of you to go to Italy to suppport your friend:-)She really needs you, I think, but don't put ALL the responsibility on yourself k? I understand how you feel.
>
> All the best,
> Kristen
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> Thx Kristen:)), I appreciate it. My friend in Italy says the same thing you do. He's obsessed with her now (E-Mails, I.M.'s, etc...), he says she'll change him. She's concerned he'll do something to her. Great, add stalking to the list. Should he be hospitalized for something like this?? I don't know. I'm going to Italy soon so I'll talk more in depth with her then. In the meantime what sort of medication would you think could keep this at bay?? He SAYS he doesnt do drugs. Luvox, Hmmm, I don't know off hand.
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> Thanks for your help:))
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> Bubba D.
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> > > sorry you are going through this, I am a psych college student (senior) not that means anything BUT, it sounds to me as if he has something more going on-really. Does he do drugs? Just a simple question? Has he tried Luvox? I had severe abdominal pain and it was nothing after many, many diagnostics tests. I refused to go to a psychiatrist at the time, but since then, I started PREVACID and it has done wonders. If you read up, many many people with psychiatric illnesses are highly intelligent so I hear your concern as to why he is this way. I don't know the extent of just exactly how your relationship is with him, but he needs someone now, unfortunately it sounds as if you are at the rope's end-I am sorry. Keep caring and I wish you the best. I hoped this helped a little?
> God Bless,
> Kristen
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Posted by KrissyP on March 5, 2003, at 13:57:52
In reply to Re: Help!! OCD/Chrohn's Disease...KrissyP, posted by Bubba D. Lux on March 5, 2003, at 11:54:28
That is sad, but unfortunately a lot of people are affected with their jobs, school, etc. because of fighting these illnesses, feelings, etc. Maybe he has some fear-like I do. It's tough-it really is. BUT ther is hope, it just takes a lot of time and commmitment, trial and error, etc.
Please keep me posted will you?
All the best to you:-)
Kristen
-------------------------------------------------> Thanks, I'll look into this Luvox stuff. I found out yesterday he blew a shot at making 2 1/2 times the money he's making now at a very prestigous firm here. He owes so much money and to blow that off has really got me thinking there's something REALLY wrong with him!!
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> I appreciate your concern. Luvox it is.
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> Take care,
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> Bubba
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> > Your very welcome:-)
> > Stalking is NOT good, obviously. I know a friend that went through that kind of nightmare. She is doing great now though. Luvox is probably the #1 med used to treat OCD-for some it isn't. I think it would be better left up to him and his friends, and probably a doc or ER if he needs to be admitted or treated. I hope he gets some help-he doesn't sound "stable" to me. It is nice of you to go to Italy to suppport your friend:-)She really needs you, I think, but don't put ALL the responsibility on yourself k? I understand how you feel.
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> > All the best,
> > Kristen
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> > Thx Kristen:)), I appreciate it. My friend in Italy says the same thing you do. He's obsessed with her now (E-Mails, I.M.'s, etc...), he says she'll change him. She's concerned he'll do something to her. Great, add stalking to the list. Should he be hospitalized for something like this?? I don't know. I'm going to Italy soon so I'll talk more in depth with her then. In the meantime what sort of medication would you think could keep this at bay?? He SAYS he doesnt do drugs. Luvox, Hmmm, I don't know off hand.
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> > Thanks for your help:))
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> > Bubba D.
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> > > > sorry you are going through this, I am a psych college student (senior) not that means anything BUT, it sounds to me as if he has something more going on-really. Does he do drugs? Just a simple question? Has he tried Luvox? I had severe abdominal pain and it was nothing after many, many diagnostics tests. I refused to go to a psychiatrist at the time, but since then, I started PREVACID and it has done wonders. If you read up, many many people with psychiatric illnesses are highly intelligent so I hear your concern as to why he is this way. I don't know the extent of just exactly how your relationship is with him, but he needs someone now, unfortunately it sounds as if you are at the rope's end-I am sorry. Keep caring and I wish you the best. I hoped this helped a little?
> > God Bless,
> > Kristen
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