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Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 10:52:18
In reply to Re: Okay...Increasing, posted by mystic on April 5, 2004, at 19:14:51
Hi Mystic,
I didn't know you were having a baby, congratulations!
I know exactly what you mean about having to come to work and pretend everything is fine. It's not easy to do that, but I admire anyone who is able to put their depression/anxiety aside and go to work. (Even though I'm not sure how healthy it is to do that.)
Everything will probably go just fine with your increase. And remember, we're all here for you!
K.
Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:04:16
In reply to Re: Okay...Increasing » KathrynLex, posted by sexylexy on April 5, 2004, at 19:27:11
Hi Lexy,
Most of my irrational thoughts are anxiety related. (e.g. If my heart beat feels irregular I'll start worrying about having a heart attack.) I know that irrational thoughts can come with depression too. At the worst of my depression I was thinking about how overwhelming everything was...even getting out of bed seemed like a huge, difficult task.
The lex has helped a lot with this though. I think I was just having the irrational thoughts because of my period...and I'm hoping an increase to 20 mgs will help me to stay rational next month when my period comes.
I'm glad to hear your mom is in town. It's always so nice to have family nearby when things are getting stressful. Just keep telling yourself that around this same time next month you'll be back home with your boyfriend. :)
K.
Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:10:31
In reply to Re: Okay...Increasing » KathrynLex, posted by LynneDa on April 6, 2004, at 9:34:28
Hi Lynne,
I noticed an improvement in my irrational thought patterns when I increased to 15 mgs. I'm hoping that I'll see another improvement with the increase to 20 mgs.
The "squalls" can be unpleasant. I just got through one, but not without a little help from Klonopin. It's ridiculous that some of us can't get through our periods without having symptoms of depression/anxiety return. That time of the month is already inconvenient, it doesn't seem fair that it's gotten worse. Oh well. Venting certainly helps. :)
K.
Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:13:05
In reply to Re: Okay...Increasing » KathrynLex, posted by want info on April 6, 2004, at 10:07:50
Hi EM,
Lex has definately given me a sense of control over my irrational thoughts. It's a huge relief compared to how I used to be. My biggest complaint about this med is that it makes me really tired...although the Wellbutrin helps. Hopefully this increase won't make me comatose. Thanks for the kind words.
K.
Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:20:20
In reply to Re: Hi Guys » mystic, posted by Magdalena on April 5, 2004, at 23:51:18
Hi Mag,
I've worried about the same thing! Panic attacks are awful...it would be nice to have a few moments peace and just lead a "normal" life. I think I'm getting closer to that, but I can't even go on vacation without worrying I'll loose my mind. I don't think it's too much to ask to be able to enjoy a vacation.
My grandfather always said that if you're worried about loosing your mind, you have nothing to worry about. (Because people who are crazy don't know that there is anything wrong with them.) It's kind of funny if you think about it, being afraid of loosing your mind is actually reasurring because you know you AREN'T really loosing it. Of course that's a very rational approach, and it's almost impossible to be rational during a panic attack.
K.
Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:23:44
In reply to Re: Magdalena » KathrynLex, posted by trucker on April 5, 2004, at 20:10:39
Hi Trucker,
Good luck with the weight loss! Gaining weight is the last thing a depressed person needs...you certainly don't need one more thing to decrease your mood. I hope you start feeling energetic so you can begin shedding those pounds!
K.
Posted by want info on April 6, 2004, at 11:24:38
In reply to Re: Hi Guys » Magdalena, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:20:20
hey ... that's so funny ... my dad used to tell me the same thing. if you think you're crazy ... you're not.
but yes again, it's nearly impossible to think that way during a panic attack.
emily
Posted by trucker on April 6, 2004, at 11:41:01
In reply to Re: Magdalena » trucker, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:23:44
THANKS I NEED ALL THE HELP I CAN GET... I HATE TO SAY IT. BUT DUE TO TRUCKING AND DEPRESSION FROM THE DEAD BABY I GAINED A TOTAL OF 135LBS... AND AM IN DEEP TROUBLE WITH HEALTH. THOSE AREN'T VAINTY POUNDS!!!!!
TRUCKER
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Posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 15:58:10
In reply to Re: Magdalena » KathrynLex, posted by trucker on April 6, 2004, at 11:41:01
Hi,
Last night I increased my Lexapro dose to 20 mgs. Today I'm feeling unmotivated and a little crabby. I really hate feeling this way...I just want to go home and take a hot tub soak. Instead I'm here at work trying to be productive when I'm not motivated to do much of anything.
My mind isn't all here either. I'm tired, and can't seem to concentrate.
I know this will go away. (I hope this will go away). The waiting period is just a little tedious, especially since I've been on Lex for 3 months already. Has anyone else felt unmotivated and maybe a little flat?? Please reassure me that this goes away. Thank you.
K.
Posted by LynneDa on April 6, 2004, at 16:08:37
In reply to Feeling Lousy, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 15:58:10
Hi Kath - It will go away!!!!!!!!
When I feel that way, I try to work on the "easy" things in my job til the feeling passes. I found caffeine helped, if you're okay with that sort of thing, health-wise! I was pretty sleepy the first couple of weeks of upping to 20mg, but it went away pretty quickly after that.
Hang in there, it will get better :-)
~ Lynne
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> Last night I increased my Lexapro dose to 20 mgs. Today I'm feeling unmotivated and a little crabby. I really hate feeling this way...I just want to go home and take a hot tub soak. Instead I'm here at work trying to be productive when I'm not motivated to do much of anything.
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> My mind isn't all here either. I'm tired, and can't seem to concentrate.
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> I know this will go away. (I hope this will go away). The waiting period is just a little tedious, especially since I've been on Lex for 3 months already. Has anyone else felt unmotivated and maybe a little flat?? Please reassure me that this goes away. Thank you.
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> K.
Posted by sexylexy on April 6, 2004, at 17:40:47
In reply to Feeling Lousy, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 15:58:10
K~
I am on week 2 1/2 of 20mg. I am feeling spacey and flat, not as bad as when I first started but more s/e's then when I was on 15. I hope they go away too and I start feeling good again! Good luck, God Bless,
LExy
Posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:13:44
In reply to Re: Okay...Increasing » mystic, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 10:52:18
Hey K...I'm not having a baby my daughter is...thank god but wish she waited until she was 30...I'm 41 not thinking of anymore children hahaha...But she is my life and we are so close so whatever happens to her happens to me...Wish she would come home and live with me forever...hahaha....thank you for your encouragement....Mystic
Posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:16:01
In reply to Re: Okay...Increasing » sexylexy, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:04:16
Hey everyone...I'm ok for now...They definately found 2 lumps but want to wait six months to watch them..they took a lot more pics and he seems comfortable with that, the woman was really nice and showed me what they were looking at and explained everything to me so that was great....I'm still going to talk to the gyno and might still do a biopsy and make sure there is nothing there...But I do feel better today and am worrying less..thank you alllll for you concern...Take care Mystic
Posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:18:47
In reply to Re: Hi Guys » Magdalena, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 11:20:20
Hey K...Me again...Your grandfather is a very very wise man...My dr told me the same thing when I say that to her..She said "Heidi if you were losing your mind you wouldnt know it so dont worry"...but you are right in the middle of a anxiety/panic attack that is just not rationale...But that is too funny...Sounds like your grandfather is a hoot...Mystic
Posted by sexylexy on April 6, 2004, at 19:00:15
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:16:01
Mystic!
That is great news, God is good. I am so glad that nothing seems immeditaly threatening. That is very re-assuring. I would probably talk to your OBGYN, I think that is a great idea to maybe get a biopsy to be super safe. Good luck and GOD BLESS!
lexy
Posted by wantinfo on April 6, 2004, at 19:03:23
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:16:01
mystic im so glad you are going to be ok :) EM
Posted by sexylexy on April 6, 2004, at 20:48:34
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone » mystic, posted by wantinfo on April 6, 2004, at 19:03:23
Hi ya'll
Everyone who takes calcium please read this link. I was feeling worse after I took my vitimans and calcium. This may help you guys, I am for sure going to give it a shot, no calcium for a week!!!
Posted by Magdalena on April 7, 2004, at 0:31:08
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:16:01
i'm so relieved Mystic, this news just made my day:) so happy for you.
Mag
day 2 of the increase and all i notice is tiredness and headaches...i know i have to wait it out...;)
thanks for being here for me everyone, it warms my heart.
Posted by mystic on April 7, 2004, at 6:43:42
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by Magdalena on April 7, 2004, at 0:31:08
Hey Lexy ...thanks....Hey I hope that you start to feel better...I hope that the increase helps...Your mother is coming soon that might help ...and remember that you have a lot on your mind and that you have done a great job and that soon you will be with all the people that you love and not away from home and that is going to help trememdously...Take care have a great day Mystic
Posted by mystic on April 7, 2004, at 6:46:10
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
Thank you Mag...appreciate your concern...Hey you will be fine just give it time..You are going to feel better!!!!!!!!...You just have to get at the right dosage..I really liked being on the paxil and it worked wonders for me so just hang in there and keep your head up...Hope today is a great day for you...be proud of yourself for sticking it out and for sticking it out and for getting through everyday...!!!!!!!!!!!!! ...Mystic
Posted by mystic on April 7, 2004, at 6:47:41
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
EM...You are doing soooooo good...You are such a help to everyone and I hope that you continue to do well..Have a great day !!!!!!!!!!!!..Mystic
Posted by susielalala on April 7, 2004, at 7:50:39
In reply to RE:: EM, posted by mystic on April 7, 2004, at 6:47:41
This is the third time in 2 days I have posted. Just want to see if this one makes it. Dont know where the other 2 went.
Posted by LynneDa on April 7, 2004, at 9:55:07
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on April 6, 2004, at 18:16:01
Mystic - Good news, what a relief! We are the same age. I went through that sort of scare last year. Between the first mammo and the more intensive one were the longest 4 days of my life!!! Keep watch on it tho.
Hope you have a good day!!
~ Lynne>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
I know what you mean about wanting your daughter to come home and live forever. Mine is only 7, but I can't imagine ever letting her out my door :-).Hey everyone...I'm ok for now...They definately found 2 lumps but want to wait six months to watch them..they took a lot more pics and he seems comfortable with that, the woman was really nice and showed me what they were looking at and explained everything to me so that was great....I'm still going to talk to the gyno and might still do a biopsy and make sure there is nothing there...But I do feel better today and am worrying less..thank you alllll for you concern...Take care Mystic
Posted by jlynne on April 7, 2004, at 17:13:00
In reply to Feeling Lousy, posted by KathrynLex on April 6, 2004, at 15:58:10
Hey, guys, sorry I haven't been posting lately, but I've been feeling really dragged out and listless. Have been hardly able to keep my eyes open, yet needing more Lorazepam in order to sleep. When I found myself calling in sick on Monday, I realized that this can't go on.
I cut back to 10mg Lex (from 15mg) yesterday, and I am still feeling a little out of it, but am more awake today. We'll see how it goes for awhile. I am taking Lex for depression, and they say the lower doses are effective for depression, so . . .
I guess if the crying comes back again I will try to tough it out rather than go for the increase again. I am glad I have you all to help me if it gets bad again.
((((P-Social))))
...jlynne
Posted by KathrynLex on April 7, 2004, at 17:15:51
In reply to Back to 10mg, posted by jlynne on April 7, 2004, at 17:13:00
Hi Jlynne,
I'm sorry to hear you haven't been feeling well. I hope the 10 mgs works out for you.
Have you tried Prozac. I had a lot of success with it when I was depressed. Please keep us posted on how you're doing.
K.
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