I wasn't diagnosed until I was 50. Looking back, I had my first cycle when I was about 15. I'm just now getting a good med regimen going and learning self-awareness and self-care. 35 years of untreated BP leaves many stories in its wake and long-lasting damage.

Be grateful that you have been diagnosed.....just take a deep breath and educate yourself. Learn how to take care of yourself and how to be self-aware. While there are as many different opinions about meds as there are people with BP, I personally recommend being compliant with your medication.