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Originally Posted by bluebicycle
I don't think this post is triggering, but... it's better to be safe than sorry. So I guess trigger warning?
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Sometimes I have phases where I don't feel like taking my meds, usually because they don't work well for me or because I think I'm "cured". I mean, why take something that doesn't work or why take something if you're cured, right?
Yeah, my meds don't work right now. They suck. My pdoc increased one of my dosages, but the same thing happens over and over: I increase my dose, I feel better, but then later I get hit with a harder depression and need to increase my dose again.
Very frustrating and discouraging.
That is all.
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Hi sweetie, I'm so sorry you are feeling so bad. This illness is just is so difficult. You're right, things DO suck sometimes and pdocs/therapists often don't seem to relate.
I just wanted to let you know that we are here to support you. PM me anytime if you need a listening ear.
I also think you should consider IP if you think it will help you. You've mentioned it and I know you are struggling. It happens.
IP is not a "vacation" but it can help us push the reset button, so to speak. My pdoc has told me that if I am not functioning and able to care for myself daily, ongoing...then IP is appropriate. It can be preventative in the sense that it helps you get back to a bit of a baseline before things get worse.
It sounds like your meds are not working, as you clearly stated. Having a completely different pdoc (IP) make some changes and see how you adjust IP can really be a game-changer.
I'm not pushing IP on you. I just wanted you to know we care about you, you have our support - and that sometimes we need IP. The cost should not be something to concern yourself right now.
Thinking of you.