Posted by Jazzed on June 14, 2005, at 8:51:47
In reply to Re: Depression while getting on Strattera?, posted by Spoc on June 14, 2005, at 8:03:35
> I can see that (very unfortunately IMO, but I DO understand) he would not exactly welcome hearing that kind of thing often.
I don't do it with my doc either because I figure if everyone did that, he'd never get through an appt.! LOL And, he has to feel that I trust him to know what's right/best/what can be tried and what can't.
BTW, how long are your med check appts? Mine are only 10 min. long. Hard to tell him a whole lot in that amount of time!>
For instance, here, the fact that apparently the Amen Clinic agrees on the dosing thing. That one would be easy, and I may try to find something to print out,A lot of docs might not agree with the Amen stuff. My doc doesn't seem to put much creedance in the SPECT scans. I do, but he doesn't. I figure if you can see the brain and how it functions, if you know the areas you're targeting, and you can see the diff. on and off the meds., then how can it NOT be a good tool?
>but am conflicted about trying the Strat again.)I wouldn't even bother with the Strattera again, at least until you've run through all your other options, esp. since it made you feel so miserable.
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> And, all evidence so far is that he really is a "top-notch" guy; and while young, he has very close access to his mentor, a very seasoned top-notch guy. So unless nothing goes anywhere for eons, maybe I should force myself to let him drive. ;-)I think that's a good idea to let him drive. Sounds like he's good, knowledgeable, and he's open, what more could someone ask for?
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> So. I am scheduled to see him next on 7/1, and he said he will consider everything carefully and make a plan of action.Sounds like he's concerned, and will research your options for you. Also sounds like he's willing to talk things over and let you know what's going on. I'd like that.
>After two days off the stuff I still felt pretty rotten, but I think it's finally getting better. I still wonder if it's possible that coming off the tramadol underneath it could have been a factor,I don't know anything about tramadol, what's it for and what's it do? With sugar cravings, you might be low on serotonin. Might mention that to your doc - sugar cravings that is, not the serotonin! LOL
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> Can't remember if I mentioned this but another "funny" thing is that I was driven to binge on sugar and simple carbs big time while on the Strat. But I suspect I was only trying to feel SOMETHING besides misery, and to distract myself, rather than actually having cravings. I am the type to use food for comfort when stressed.I crave food too, esp sweets when I'm depressed, stressed, bored, etc.... It a medication of sorts.
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> Sorry to ramble and thanks for your support and interest, I appreciate it. :-)Not rambling at all, glad I can help/listen/lend support.
Jazzy
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