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Posted by shoff on May 6, 2003, at 12:53:42
In reply to Anyone switched to Lexapro? « ggrrl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 11, 2002, at 7:52:48
I just switch to Lexapro from Celexa. I was on 40 mg of Celexa and I went to 10 mg of Lexapro. How long do you figure it will take to see a difference? And what differences have you felt?
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:00:05
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 12:28:47
> > > > has anyone else gotten a rash from lexapro?ive only just started it recently,and got a rassh on my forehead after the first two weeks,so my shrink told me to stop it for a week and go back on it.just curious does it normally do this sorta thing,or does it sound like an adverse reaction?
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> > > I had a rash on my back and arms, 2nd and into 3rd week of taking Lex. It did go away along with all the other SE's.
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> > I take 20mg of Lexapro and 300mg of Wellbutrin daily and now that summertime is around I would like to
> > start getting my FL tan back. I was never given any warnings with either medication and the sun. Does
> > anyone have information or have had and side effects with sunbathing and either one of these medications? I
> > am light skinned (natural blonde/blue eyes) so my skin is somewhat sensitive to begin with. I really miss my
> > tan, but I don't want any type of markings or blotches on my skin. Thanks in advance.
> > DC
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> Hi there, I live in the sunshine state and have noticed nothing different with my skin when being in the sun. I also have blue eyes, blonde hair, but more dark complexion than you. Just use your sun screens and stay out for short times to see what happens. I live an hour from the beach and have not gotten the nerve to drive that far yet. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!
>I used to live about 15 minutes from the beach in Ft. Lauderdale, but moved to the Orlando area the beginning of the year and now I am about 1 to 1-1/2 hours from the beach also. I keep saying I am going to drive over there but may have to settle for the pool :-(. The pool just keeps the kids confined to closely to me LOL.
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:26:23
In reply to Just started Lexapro today, posted by shoff on May 6, 2003, at 12:53:42
> I just switch to Lexapro from Celexa. I was on 40 mg of Celexa and I went to 10 mg of Lexapro. How long do you figure it will take to see a difference? And what differences have you felt?
Hi there, hope the lexapro works for you. You can do a search on this board and look at many posts that will have answers. GOOD LUCK!!!!
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:28:00
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by handmemymidol on May 6, 2003, at 12:38:52
> Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> You think it might be something in the water??
> LOL
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>Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:33:09
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:00:05
> > > > > has anyone else gotten a rash from lexapro?ive only just started it recently,and got a rassh on my forehead after the first two weeks,so my shrink told me to stop it for a week and go back on it.just curious does it normally do this sorta thing,or does it sound like an adverse reaction?
> > > >
> > > > I had a rash on my back and arms, 2nd and into 3rd week of taking Lex. It did go away along with all the other SE's.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > I take 20mg of Lexapro and 300mg of Wellbutrin daily and now that summertime is around I would like to
> > > start getting my FL tan back. I was never given any warnings with either medication and the sun. Does
> > > anyone have information or have had and side effects with sunbathing and either one of these medications? I
> > > am light skinned (natural blonde/blue eyes) so my skin is somewhat sensitive to begin with. I really miss my
> > > tan, but I don't want any type of markings or blotches on my skin. Thanks in advance.
> > > DC
> > >
> >
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> > Hi there, I live in the sunshine state and have noticed nothing different with my skin when being in the sun. I also have blue eyes, blonde hair, but more dark complexion than you. Just use your sun screens and stay out for short times to see what happens. I live an hour from the beach and have not gotten the nerve to drive that far yet. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!
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> I used to live about 15 minutes from the beach in Ft. Lauderdale, but moved to the Orlando area the beginning of the year and now I am about 1 to 1-1/2 hours from the beach also. I keep saying I am going to drive over there but may have to settle for the pool :-(. The pool just keeps the kids confined to closely to me LOL.Hi DC, now I am scared!!! I live in orlando also, all my life. You can make it to New Smyrna beach in an hour. But then again I drive fast!!!! I to have a pool and my daughter loves it. Now when I go places and see a blonde with blue eyes and light skin, I will wonder if it is you. TAKE CARE!!!!!!!
BLKVETTES
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:37:43
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 13:28:00
> > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > You think it might be something in the water??
> > LOL
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> Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 14:43:02
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:37:43
> > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > LOL
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> > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
>Well, I have only two years until my son is out of high school and thinking about becoming a beach bum full time by moving in with grandma in the Keys. Free rent, can't beat that. Not to mention starting life as a beach bum just shy of 36 isn't too bad either LOL.
>
Posted by Luziluna on May 6, 2003, at 14:47:04
In reply to Re: Luziluna is better (yeah!)... » Luziluna, posted by lil' jimi on May 6, 2003, at 11:07:46
Hi Jim,
Awww! See, you really are cool, despite what your little guy says!! "Silly", "Cool"....all the same to a 4 y.o I'd say!! Thanks for your nice posting...
Yes, I am much happier, it gets better each day with the Lexapro and, barring any sudden poundage, I think it's working!! My kids and husband say I'm much happier, seem more relaxed, so I think that's probably the most objective proof for me!
Thanks again, keep being silly, we need more of that in the world....!!
Posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 13:37:43
> > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > LOL
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> > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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>If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
Keep up the good work.
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 15:28:47
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
> > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > LOL
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> > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
> You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
> Keep up the good work
Hi there, thanks!!!!!! We would be more than happy to welcome you to florida if you arrived!!!! But, what is with the energy thing you talk about. I hope you are not feeling bad!!!!!!!!
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 15:37:31
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 14:43:02
> > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > LOL
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> > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> Well, I have only two years until my son is out of high school and thinking about becoming a beach bum full time by moving in with grandma in the Keys. Free rent, can't beat that. Not to mention starting life as a beach bum just shy of 36 isn't too bad either LOL.
Hi, its very hard to pass up free rent no matter where it is. The beach is the most beautiful place on earth to me. At night when it is quiet, the waves crashing on the shore. The stars are so bright!!!!! Its not to bad in the daytime either!!!!!!
Posted by DC on May 6, 2003, at 15:46:03
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
> > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > LOL
> > > >
> > > >
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> > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
> You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
> Keep up the good work.You should go to the website Seacamp.org. It is a marine institute during the year, but the summertime it is a summer camp. Was a camper there for many years. Where I plan to work and have a "job" that consist of nothing but snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, etc. My dream job LOL. Just a few years away :-)
Posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 19:36:32
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 15:28:47
> > > > > Boy, all these Florida people! Me too!!!!!
> > > > > You think it might be something in the water??
> > > > > LOL
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> > > >
> > > > Please, someone do not tell me that it is FL that is causing my depression and anxiety LOL. There is nowhere else for me to go since the cold and I DO NOT get along AT ALL LOL. This is the only time I have lived out of the Fort Lauderdale or the Keys area. Beach Bum / Water Baby (whatever you want to call it) all the way :-).
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> > > I would be a beach bum, in fact I call myself that!!!!!
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> > If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)
> > You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
> > Keep up the good work
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> Hi there, thanks!!!!!! We would be more than happy to welcome you to florida if you arrived!!!! But, what is with the energy thing you talk about. I hope you are not feeling bad!!!!!!!!
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>Feeling OK, thanks. Waiting for an appointment with new shrink and hoping for medication adjustment. Been on 10mg. of Lexapro for six months with good results but need more energy. All is well.
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 19:59:15
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 19:36:32
> Feeling OK, thanks. Waiting for an appointment with new shrink and hoping for medication adjustment. Been on 10mg. of Lexapro for six months with good results but need more energy. All is well.
Hi there, is the energy thing new or been that way all along. I am glad you are feeling ok!!!
Posted by Donia on May 6, 2003, at 21:39:10
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by handmemymidol on May 6, 2003, at 12:38:52
Hey all, I will be visiting Florida at the end of June for 4 or 5 days. We will probably go to Clearwater beach. Is this a good beach to visit? We will also be going to disney for a day. I cant wait!!!!!!!!!
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 21:47:22
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes/Florida, posted by Donia on May 6, 2003, at 21:39:10
> Hey all, I will be visiting Florida at the end of June for 4 or 5 days. We will probably go to Clearwater beach. Is this a good beach to visit? We will also be going to disney for a day. I cant wait!!!!!!!!!
Yes, its a good beach as far as I remember. I went there as a kid and have fond memories!!!! My opinion Daytona is the best, but others will disagree. They are all pretty good beaches here. My wife works at Disney. I hope you have a safe and most of all HAPPY trip!!!!!!!!
Posted by Donia on May 6, 2003, at 21:49:20
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
Hey I am an Ohio girl too. This winter was awful. I am so excited about going to Florida in June! I may not come back!! lol
Posted by Donia on May 6, 2003, at 21:53:14
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes/Florida, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 21:47:22
Thanks blkvettes, I am hoping my energy picks up a little for the trip. I will have my two kids with me and we are planning alot of activities. I just upped my lex from 10mg to 15mg and seem to have more energy. For two weeks on 10mg I had alot of energy, then it went away. I hope it lasts with the 15mg. No more panic attacks though.
Posted by lil' jimi on May 6, 2003, at 22:09:48
In reply to Still cool dude in my book!!!, posted by Luziluna on May 6, 2003, at 14:47:04
hi luziluna!
you have just come up with our new slogan for our new lexapro marketing campaign commercial!
see we shoot a series of positive testimonials from our posters about, "Why Lexapro has been Good for Me!" ... so we'll have wayne and okpolosi and we'll have to get bill l. and you and dc and ohio girl oldhand and dysfunk and handmemymidol and leeran and sussus and bridgette k. and donia and newuser20 and ayuda and brandij and shoff and valerie and egr and mkvelocity and vandy and bearded lady ... and we can interview each of us at home, see .... and then we would <special effects> converge on oldhand's in ohio and from there we would <special effects> swoop down to the beaches at wayne's and dc's and settle into our tropical lexapro palm treed paradise of sand. sunset and samba .......
all i got to do is go get forest labs to hire me as director for lexapro marketing and then ......
two weaknesses in my little dream-world:
1) i am not experienced nor qualified for the job;
2) we should doubt that lex is for everyone, but ....At Least We Can Dream!!
> Hi Jim,
>
> Awww! See, you really are cool, despite what your little guy says!! "Silly", "Cool"....all the same to a 4 y.o I'd say!! Thanks for your nice posting...
>you are so sweet ... okay, If we can define 'cool' as being a loving father and husband, Then i am guilty as charged .... but i am realy silly too!
> Yes, I am much happier, it gets better each day with the Lexapro and, barring any sudden poundage, I think it's working!! My kids and husband say I'm much happier, seem more relaxed, so I think that's probably the most objective proof for me!
>well, this is another Great post! .... this makes Me happy! ... thank you.
and i agree that our families are great barometers of our emotional well-being.> Thanks again, keep being silly, we need more of that in the world....!!
never fear! silly-man is .... here!
~ jim
Posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 22:29:48
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes/Florida, posted by Donia on May 6, 2003, at 21:53:14
> Thanks blkvettes, I am hoping my energy picks up a little for the trip. I will have my two kids with me and we are planning alot of activities. I just upped my lex from 10mg to 15mg and seem to have more energy. For two weeks on 10mg I had alot of energy, then it went away. I hope it lasts with the 15mg. No more panic attacks though.
Hi there, I know it is hard and glad the panic attacks have stayed away. I have had them to!!!!! I went to a wedding this past weekend and was very scared to go with 150 people there. But I did great with minor anxiety. I was proud of myself. Have you got tickets for Disney. Email if you want to hear of a great deal, like free!!!!
aw041757@aol.com
Posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 22:43:05
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 19:59:15
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> > Feeling OK, thanks. Waiting for an appointment with new shrink and hoping for medication adjustment. Been on 10mg. of Lexapro for six months with good results but need more energy. All is well.
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> Hi there, is the energy thing new or been that way all along. I am glad you are feeling ok!!!
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>The energy comes and goes. If I have a really good day and accomplish alot, seems I am out of it for two days afterward. I know alot is situational. I appreciate your concern.
Posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 22:56:30
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes/oldhand, posted by Donia on May 6, 2003, at 21:49:20
> Hey I am an Ohio girl too. This winter was awful. I am so excited about going to Florida in June! I may not come back!! lol
I wouldn't blame you for not coming back. It was a horrible winter and I am glad it is over! Have fun and don't get a sunburn.
Posted by lil' jimi on May 6, 2003, at 23:14:47
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes » blkvettes, posted by oldhand on May 6, 2003, at 14:57:53
hi "ohio girl" oldhand,
you wrote:
> If there is any interest out there, as an Ohio "girl", I would be glad to take part in any experiment conducted near any beach (must have snorkeling) anywhere, to see if it helps the depression or not! (grin)sounds like some great research to this "texas boy"!... and if sacrifices are going to have to be made, then i'll just have to volunteer too. (large grin!)
> You are such a fun and fine bunch of people and I so much enjoy coming to this board. I do not post much as often the energy is not there, but I have to say too, that it has been soooo gooood to watch people like Wayne (blkvettes) and L'il Jimi and Luzaluna and the rest get good results from the Lexapro. Even those who have not been as fortunate have come away better informed about their options and have been supported through the SE's.
> Keep up the good work.and That's about the nicest thing i've heard .... period.
that folks reading this board,
who are struggling,
like all of us,
against neurotransmitter dysfunction(s),
can take some comfort in their suffering from anything i might offer here,
makes my neurotransmitters
do the happy dance.thank you, very much, for sharing that!
~ jim
p.s. and whenever the energy arises, i'll eagerly await word from our oldhand.
until then we will be sending the good vibrations your way......
TAKE CARE !!!! (eh, wayne!)
~ j
Posted by DC on May 7, 2003, at 8:15:05
In reply to Re: lexapro causing rashes/Florida, posted by blkvettes on May 6, 2003, at 21:47:22
> > Hey all, I will be visiting Florida at the end of June for 4 or 5 days. We will probably go to Clearwater beach. Is this a good beach to visit? We will also be going to disney for a day. I cant wait!!!!!!!!!
>
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> Yes, its a good beach as far as I remember. I went there as a kid and have fond memories!!!! My opinion Daytona is the best, but others will disagree. They are all pretty good beaches here. My wife works at Disney. I hope you have a safe and most of all HAPPY trip!!!!!!!!
>
>I would have to be one of those that disagrees. I drove over to Daytona beach shortly after I moved here and quite honestly I was not impressed at all. I found Daytona beach to be rather "dirty" looking. My 16 year old son isn't to anxious to return there either. Oh well, that's what makes the world go round. Each of us being able to have our own opinions LOL.
Posted by Dysfunk on May 7, 2003, at 9:49:37
In reply to Re: Is everyone gaining weight on the Lexapro!!!!! » Dysfunk, posted by lil' jimi on May 5, 2003, at 13:01:18
It is a stress fracture. Don't know how I did it. I take Metamucil daily, even before all this medication. Maybe I need to take more? Thanks for your kind thoughts.
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