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Originally Posted by fern46
Hey Jedi, I'm sorry you are going through this again. I realize it doesn't actually feel bad at the moment, but we both know where it can go and I am sure that causes you some level of worry.
Do you think there is a chance the Klonopin is causing this shift? I know you are taking it as needed and it is intended for that, but I wonder if your body doesn't like the irregular levels of it in your system. It is the latest change to your regimine along with the increase in Geodon if I remember correctly.
Are you a rapid cycler? It seems like you have had a few episodes of almost full blown mania over the past few months. It has been awesome how you've been able to manage it, but it seems like a lot to handle. I'm new to bipolar, so I'm just curious. Maybe I need to watch Dr. Marks' video on rapid cycling 
I do hope this resolves for you very soon. In the meantime maybe you'll have some fun burning off the extra energy. Keep us posted and you'll be in my thoughts. Sorry for all of the questions, but maybe answering will be an ok way to spend some time today. Hugs! |
yeah, fern46, I am a rapid cycler unfortunately. I definitely recommend Dr Marks! She did a great vid on rapid cycling. I do think the new med regimen may be wreaking a bit of havoc on my system. I may not be totally adjusted to it yet. I'll give it another week or so and see where I'm at. I'm a bit more stable since I first wrote the post. I took my daughter to work and now I'm watching King Kong on blu ray. finding ways to keep still and focused on something. I do have extra energy but also feel very un-rested (mixed state?). they can be indeed very unpredictable...
I will definitely keep everyone posted, fern46, and thank you always for your support and concern!
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Diagnosed 2008
Bipolar II with Mixed States, Rapid Cycling with Anxiety / Depression:
Meds: Zoloft, Latuda, Gabapentin & Depakote.