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Posted by Dr. Bob on November 26, 2002, at 3:12:46
[Posted by KellyT on November 24, 2002, at 14:01:00]
> Has anyone ever tried this? Is it effective? I have done a little research on the subject, however the majority of the information I have found on the internet is negitive.
Posted by 2sense on November 26, 2002, at 8:47:49
In reply to ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT, posted by Dr. Bob on November 26, 2002, at 3:12:46
I have never tried it -- nor am inclined to BUT my pdoc doc is someone who does it and is a "leading" doctor in the area -- I say this but haven't done what I consider the actual physical research to back the statement that he is leading in this area. He has worked with guys at some pretty impressive places and is always willing to "debate" it with me. If you would like me to ask him any questions -- Ii see him next Monday --could be totally anonymous and I'll just let you know what he says.
Hope this helps a little.
Posted by KellyT on November 27, 2002, at 9:07:21
In reply to Re: ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT » Dr. Bob, posted by 2sense on November 26, 2002, at 8:47:49
That would be wonderful 2sense! Find out what you can and let me know. Thanks.
Posted by jumpy on November 28, 2002, at 9:22:59
In reply to ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT, posted by Dr. Bob on November 26, 2002, at 3:12:46
> > Has anyone ever tried this? Is it effective? I have done a little research on the subject, however the majority of the information I have found on the internet is negitive.
Hello,
I have just finished my 3rd ECT treatment .... so far, so good. Some headaches and nausea after treatment, but that is it. ECT is the *MOST* effective treatment for depression according to the research. The response rate is 80 to 90% for patients with depression or 60 to 70 for patients with treatment resistant depression. Also, ECT is as safe as many courses of treatments with convenial antidepressants and mood stablizers.
A great reference book is, "Undercurrents" by Dr. Martha Manning which speak of her battle with depression and treatment with ECT. And yes, information on the web tends to very polarized, either very positive or very negative.Jumpy
Posted by e's wife on November 29, 2002, at 19:43:45
In reply to Re: ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT, posted by jumpy on November 28, 2002, at 9:22:59
> > > Has anyone ever tried this? Is it effective? I have done a little research on the subject, however the majority of the information I have found on the internet is negitive.
>
> Hello,
>
> I have just finished my 3rd ECT treatment .... so far, so good. Some headaches and nausea after treatment, but that is it. ECT is the *MOST* effective treatment for depression according to the research. The response rate is 80 to 90% for patients with depression or 60 to 70 for patients with treatment resistant depression. Also, ECT is as safe as many courses of treatments with convenial antidepressants and mood stablizers.
>
>
> A great reference book is, "Undercurrents" by Dr. Martha Manning which speak of her battle with depression and treatment with ECT. And yes, information on the web tends to very polarized, either very positive or very negative.
>
> JumpyDear Jumpy,
Could you share with me how you're feeling through the ECT treatments. My husband is undergoing unilateral non dominant ECT. He's had 2 treatments so far, this past Monday and Wednesday. He had a headache after the second one. So far no significant memory loss (except for not remembering the 2nd treatment itself). But today he has felt incredibly anxious, that agitated feeling in the stomach and chest, unable to relax, just ruminating, feeling very unsettled. For the past two nights he's taken Ambien 10mg to sleep since he is unable to sleep or get into a peaceful place. Of course, this was the nature of his depressive state (anxious, sleepless). He seemed to feel relief after the first treatment but now we're confused. I know everyone's experience is different. But it might help to hear more specifics about how you felt after your first three treatments if you don't mind sharing.
Thanks,
E's wife
Posted by jumpy on November 29, 2002, at 20:36:15
In reply to Re: ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT, posted by e's wife on November 29, 2002, at 19:43:45
> Dear Jumpy,
> Could you share with me how you're feeling through the ECT treatments. My husband is undergoing unilateral non dominant ECT. He's had 2 treatments so far, this past Monday and Wednesday. He had a headache after the second one. So far no significant memory loss (except for not remembering the 2nd treatment itself). But today he has felt incredibly anxious, that agitated feeling in the stomach and chest, unable to relax, just ruminating, feeling very unsettled. For the past two nights he's taken Ambien 10mg to sleep since he is unable to sleep or get into a peaceful place. Of course, this was the nature of his depressive state (anxious, sleepless). He seemed to feel relief after the first treatment but now we're confused. I know everyone's experience is different. But it might help to hear more specifics about how you felt after your first three treatments if you don't mind sharing.
> Thanks,
> E's wife
>
>Hello,
I have had 3 treatments thus far ... I felt some brighting of my mood after the 2nd and 3rd treatments ... my anxiety has remained constant ... ECT is not very effective for panic/generalized anxiety unless it is "part" of the depression. So I don't expect my panic anxiety to improve at all. I have had headaches and nausea after each treatment ..... mild memory loss as well.
I hope my depression will resolve after a few more treatments ... I will probably be placed back on lithium and a TCA with Klonapin after the ECT .... although I have done best with nardil in the past.
Take care
Jumpy
Posted by Dave1 on November 30, 2002, at 18:16:53
In reply to Re: ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT, posted by jumpy on November 29, 2002, at 20:36:15
Hi,
Sorry to butt in, but I was wondering if anyone got a weird, bad feeling along with the good feelings associated with the depression lifting when they get their ECTs?
Dave
Posted by Geezer on November 30, 2002, at 21:40:33
In reply to Re: ElectroShock Treatment « KellyT, posted by Dave1 on November 30, 2002, at 18:16:53
> Hi,
>
> Sorry to butt in, but I was wondering if anyone got a weird, bad feeling along with the good feelings associated with the depression lifting when they get their ECTs?
>
> DaveHi Dave,
I've had 10 bilateral treatments recently and can't claim any unusual "weird" feelings as a result. I can't claim to feel much in the way of changes of any kind. I was hoping for a lot more in the way of improvement than I have actually experienced.
Wish you the best
Geezer
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