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Originally Posted by Kristiemarie
Yes, I told my husband and mom but it was the first time today I've told anyone outside my little circle. Doctor asked me at my physical what meds I was taking and why.
Honestly, it was so much harder to day than I thought it would be. It should all be easier now, right? Answer to the question of what's wrong with me? But damn if it isn't harder!
I feel, I don't know, weird knowing that someone other than my pdoc has that written in my "permanent file". Lol
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I can relate. It feels strange saying it at first. Sharing with medical providers is an interesting thing. For providers where the diagnosis seems less important (e.g., dentist, opthamologist) I usually say "mood disorder." That's 100% honest, just less specific. During pregnancy, I started to always say bipolar rather than just depression or mood because I felt that I would be judged less for staying on a little medication if i had something perceived to be more serious and biological (we know that's not true, but the perception exists).
Also, I notice you have both major depression and bipolar in your signature. They don't diagnose both at the same time. If you have been diagnosed with BP more recently, then it replaces the previous depression diagnosis because BP includes experiencing major depressive episodes. Just FYI.
Best,
EJ