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Old Aug 03, 2023, 12:15 PM
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I had my last ketamine infusion. This one was intense, just like the last one,

I entered my altered state about 5 min after that infusion started. It was nice while I was there, I witnessed the colors and thoughts as they passed by. I kept telling myself that it was ok and that I'll come out of this better.

The infusion ended and I didn't have a hard time coming out of it. I was aware of what was going on around me pretty quickly after the infusion ended and they didn't ask me any questions like where I am, etc.

The dizziness hung around for a while so I had to wait before I could leave. The dizziness wore off about 50% and I was stable enough to stand and walk on my own, so they escorted me to my son's car.

Overall I think it was a good experience even though I don't see the dramatic effects that some people report.

Another patient there is in a similar situation to me: she didn't feel much of a lasting difference.

I think I'll try one of the private clinics here but see if I can go to a higher dose because I feel a small difference (anxiety is a little lower and depression is a small bit better) and maybe I just need to get to a higher target dose. I have a follow-up appointment in a week and I'll find out what they recommend then.
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