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#1
Apr 23, 2010, 11:37 AM
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I was diagnosed with BP 5 years ago, however I know that I was suffering with it when it was a teen. My problem now is that I have been seeing a physicitrist for 3 years now & many medicine changes & I see some changes, but still having problems with interacting with people & don't even feel like leaving my home, but still want interaction with people, just scared that they can tell that I have a mental problem. I guess what I am trying to say or ask someone is will or when will I feel like normal....here recently feeling worse....also suffer from fibormyalgia which is not helping the situation....I would like some feed back on what other people do.
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Apr 23, 2010, 02:16 PM
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Well... the first thing I would do is talk with your doc about this. While you are diagnosed Bipolar, that doesnt mean there may be other underlying problems. Recently when I started to get seen again for my Bipolar, I mentioned to the NP that I have issues and they didnt seem to fit with Bipolar. I explained, for instance, that if I go anywhere or do anything, I want to be with someone. If I go to the store, I call my wife as soon as I get in the car. If I am outside working on something, I want my wife with me, even though she cant help.
He mentioned that I very well could have other issues such as borderline personality disorder, and that some of the meds I have been put on can help with this. As for "When will I feel like Normal?" . Like the intake nurse told me last week, normal is just a setting on a dish washer. We all have our own different types of normal. You might try talking to your doc about these issues... and see if there are medications for the Bipolar that can also help with these other problems. I know you said you have switched medications in the past, so this might not be an option as there may not be many you havent tried. I am not sure what they can offer for the Paranoia but I think it may be a different class of meds than you have tried. I wish you the best of luck in getting these issues worked out. Sometimes it feels like we have too much on our plate. Your doing good so far, you are at least seeing a problem so that is step one. Be open and honest with your docs as to what is going on, and ask of them possible solutions. Im sure you will find the right combination soon Good Luck 
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Apr 24, 2010, 12:40 AM
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I've been where you are in the whole thinking everyone knows you have BP. Trust me, the world is so selfish that people are not focusing on anything, but themselves. And if someone did notice, chances are they're on medication as well. You're not the only one and you're NOT alone.
I have fibromyalgia as well. Cymbalta has helped immensely for that. I took really high doses of it in the beginning, but now I can only handle 20 mgs. Talk wih your doctor. If this person is someone you trust to work with you, then that's great, but if you don't feel he/she has your best interest at heart, it may be time to find a new doctor. I don't know anyone that has been with the same doctor for lengthy amounts of time unless the person is exactly what they need. It took me forever to find my doctor and now I actually travel out of state to see him.
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Apr 24, 2010, 08:03 AM
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Med changes are very frustrating! I don't even know how many I've been on in the last 18 years. I was started on generic Lamictal in Feb. 2009 (along with clonazepam, seroquel, rozerem, ambien, and a thyroid medication) and I haven't had to be hospitalized at all since then. Things still aren't all roses and sunshine, LOL, but going over a year without having to be hospitalized is a BIG thing for me. My mood is much closer to stable than it's ever been, and that means that now I can finally start to work on issues dealing with my PTSD and anxiety. I'm just hoping now that these meds don't give out on me...I think that will always be a concern because it's happened so many times in the past with other meds.
I hope that you are able to find a medication that works for you soon, it's not fun to keep trying new things that end up not working or only work for awhile, but don't give up! Take care! 
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#5
Apr 24, 2010, 08:11 AM
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It took three years for me to find a drug combo that works for me. I cannot say that I still feel normal, but what is normal anyway? Everybody has issues, whether they admit it or not. My therapist has helped me with not feeling like everyone is watching my every mood. I still get feelings of paranoia, but it isn't near as bad as it used to be. You will get to a place where you feel more balanced, so try to stay patient. I know how hard it is, but you can do it.
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