Well, I'm glad you posted wickedwings, because now I understand more. Since you already had ptsd, then yes, especially with the fear of dying with the stroke, or being permanently disabled, it can compound the stress reaction with the ptsd. I'm not sure I said that clearly or entirely correctly...but you get the gist I hope.

Cymbalta doesn't work for everyone. It's one of those drugs either you love it or hate it. I hope you find some med to take that helps you more than makes you suffer.

TC