Bipolar check-in #43

Well defiantly express all this to your GP when you see them next , I’m wondering if they will give you a script.. Cogentin basically works or it doesn’t , it’s not a scheduled drug not addictive. It’s not pure gold or silver. It’s literally less than 20.00 a think thru GoodRx.

I am glad you have not quit your meds outright , that could really throw you down the rabbit whole.

Can you call around and just get on other pdocs lists ? Might as hell have one lined up for the future if he just blows you off about complaints about his phone blocker.

When do you see him next ?? You can always call a walk in clinic and just ask if it’s something they would consider prescribing ?? And then ER , just take your meds bottles with so they can see your not abusing any.

I wish I was there I’d have a chat with his idiot worker, I’d likely drive her to tears and I’d be happy about it. Those people need to experience this hell for a month and see how they handle it !!!

Glad your back and doing well

Struggling yet again to take my meds. I'm suppose to be sleeping but I haven't taken my meds yet tonight.

When I was young my mother would leave the paper on the counter with lots of things circled in red It infuriated me , I was working for a ophthalmologist back office doing exams with a slit lamp in search of glaucoma or cataracts making good money. , crazy.

You do what you can do.

Although I enjoy the convince of electronic records it certainly is open to hackers, sorry this happened.

I literally had to drag myself into the shower to wake up but was my own fault.

Glad it went ok !

I think every 8 billion people on this spinning rock has things we look back and think “ why the F did I do that !

You are in my thoughts , I’m sure they can find a med that is going to help.

Great big ’s

My husbands scans were clear thankfully.

This weather is just being awful 60 and rainy the 20 , then 49 and rainy then let’s add possible rain snow mix and then 18. It’s just stupid !

But I get just as bytchy in the summer when I’m dying of heat even with the ac on

I’m just a miserable person unless it 72 and sunny I guess

So glad to hear the scans were clear. Sorry about the weather. Hoping for some sunny 70s for you soon.

Sorry Pookyl. I hope the staff there treats you well and that you are able to get the assistance you need. Much love to you!

I don't see my GP until I think July...? She also doesn't like to prescribe anything related to psych stuff. She literally has told me in the past about a different psych problem, "You'll have to see your psychiatrist about that. I don't feel comfortable in prescribing this for you because I am not knowledgeable enough in this area to ensure that you will be safe and okay." blah blah blah. I think she means well, though. Maybe she got sued before or something and is a little paranoid. idk.

And yeah, I can call around and find another pdoc. The problem is that other practices either (1.) don't take my insurance, (2.) don't have any openings, or (3.) they say some crap like, "you need to do weekly therapy with us." My current practice has loads of people in it who are already on waiting lists. (This place is quite popular because they accept most insurances, unlike a lot of the other places.)

I see my pdoc on Feb 28th. I don't know of any walk-in clinics here, unfortunately. The ER is an option, yes, but I don't know if I want to spend a ton of money on a non-emergency.

Anyway, that would be hilarious if you talked to this lady. lol. It's not 100% her fault, though. I mean, part of it is, but part of it is my pdoc's fault too. I kinda think she gets paid to be an idiot?

Not doing well. FOot hurts when walking and pretty depressed. Attempting to go to group tonight but who knows.

Feeling better today. Think the meds are starting to kick in.

I had a great time at French class last night! I feel very optimistic about it. I had a good session yesterday with my therapist. It's sunny with blue skies this afternoon. I think I'll go to my favorite pizzeria and buy a slice of pizza. Tomorrow I meet my sister for lunch...just to enjoy time with Sis.

Yesterday I made a beautiful cheesecake-type fruit tart. It turned out really well. Photo attached. I need a longer serving platter for it, though.

Oh my goodness! It looks delicious and has beautiful presentation.

Woah that looks so good!

Glad your therapy session went well. Sounds like a nice idea to have lunch with your sister. I always enjoy spending time with my sister. I've been meaning to invite her over for coffee soon so she and my brother in-law can check out my new apartment

@Jennifer 1967: It's not a new thing. Nothing happened. It's just this time of year. I emailed my doctor. Thanks for your interest!

Quadrupled???? I would definitely call about that!!!

Most of us have been there many times. When you need it, you need it. Sending you support and strength!! I hope you feel better soon!!!!

I hope you feel better soon.

That is absoolutely fantastic news!!!!

Yeah, summer in Tennessee totally SUCKS!!!!

What an absolutely beautiful tart!!! That crust is perfect!!

Well, we upped my Wellbutrin a tad to try to help out with this giant Depakote weight crushing me. It has definitely helped a bit, which I am grateful for.

Got out on the bike yesterday. The weather is just gorgeous here right now, crystal clear and cool. Gonna try to do it again. It does help me to be exercising, that's for sure. Weird to be riding during daylight hours--I almost always ride at night, when it is much safer.

I’ve been stable about 3 months now which is nice. Happy about that. And I’m coming up on 1 year of eating disorder recovery too. Definitely going to celebrate.

Should be finished with my old apartment this weekend, then I won’t have to keep going back and forth anymore. I love my new place. It’s just so wonderful.

I’m putting money aside each month to pay off my bill at my college so I can start taking classes again. It will take maybe a year to pay it off but I’m going to do it. In the meantime I have hobbies to keep me busy. Art, ukulele, reading. I also am doing those free courses on Khan Academy for fun, I love learning.

The side of my face/jaw where the tooth was extracted is sore but not bad at all. I only had to take one ibuprofen last night. Still have more dental work to get done though. Can’t wait till it’s all finished.