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Member Since Oct 2010
Location: New Jersey
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Oct 05, 2010 at 08:55 AM
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Hi,
I just joined this forum yesterday. I was diagnosed with Bipolar I four years ago. I have been off meds for almost 6 months now. I've been depressed for most of the six months. Recently I started to see a therapist and have an appt with a new pdoc in 2 days. I stopped going to my pdoc about six months ago because he was too expensive and didn't accept my insurance. I feel like my depression is going away and my mania is coming back. Last night I had trouble falling asleep and my thoughts were racing. I feel happier but am worried that my mania is coming back. My therapist is on vacation and I guess I should call my old pdoc and talk to him. Does anyone have any advice? Tennisgirl |
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Poohbah
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Location: Oregon
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Oct 05, 2010 at 10:56 AM
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Do you think you'll do okay until your pdoc appointment? Do you have someone to stay with you for the next couple of days? If you feel like you're in any kind of danger, go to the emergency room. Nothing else you can really do at this point, since you probably need some kind of meds. Sending calming vibes your way.
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Oct 05, 2010 at 11:04 AM
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I try to use the mania to accomplish all the stuff I didn't do while depressed, but still keep it in check. Physical activity helps me... seems to tire me out so the mania isn't so bad.
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New Member
Member Since Oct 2010
Location: New Jersey
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Oct 05, 2010 at 10:05 PM
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I think I will be ok until my pdoc appt. I'm going to try to use my time productively and exercise more. I have a sudden urge to go shopping but I will try to go with a friend so I don't end up spending lots of money. Working at my job is helping me to release some of my energy. Thanks for the advice!
I'm still trying to decide whether or not I should be taking meds. On one hand I feel like I wouldn't have to worry so much about having an manic episode but I'm afraid of side effects of the meds. It's ironic because I work in a pharmacy but I don't like taking meds LOL. My depressions are usually not too extreme and I am not suicidal. I guess it is all about the quality of life for me. Whether I want to live in fear of getting sick and ending up in the hospital. I really really don't want to go back to the hospital though. Not sure what I should do... |
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Oct 06, 2010 at 05:18 AM
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I suggest trying to hang in there until you can see your pdoc. I wouldn't phone the old one if you have a new one lined up. Know what your boundaries and triggers are, and if you are in any way concerned, go to the ER.
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