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Posted by fiftylager on February 14, 2006, at 14:07:48
Well, I went to the dreaded dr's appt. My dr. is very nice but I am doctor phobic. She read my letter and made me cry telling me how brave I was for writing it. I wasn't brave really, just felt like I was going crazy. She is referring me to a psychiatrist. She thinks I have bipolar. She said I've probably had it since I was a teen but it wasnt' diagnosed then and she figures I started to really rapid cycle which is why I freaked out. I couldn't get a hold of myself I was up and down all day long. She gave me some clonazepam for the anxiety and told me the psych would probably prescribe lithium and then introduce an anti-depressant.
I was disappointed but not really surprised. I've always known something was wrong and often thought bipolar. I think she figures I'm bipolar 2 because I don't really get euphoric, just some good days and a hell of a lot of anger and irritibility and anxiety.
Thank-you all for your above responses. They were very helpful when I thought I was losing my mind. If I do have bp2 I think the cycling is slowing down now as I've felt a little better the last couple of days with fewer highs and lows. I've also got a nasty cold, grrrr...
Take care everyone!!!Crissi
Posted by Phillipa on February 14, 2006, at 21:33:43
In reply to I went to the dr......., posted by fiftylager on February 14, 2006, at 14:07:48
Crissi you were very brave to write and give the letter to your doctor. But it all turned out well so you should be pleased. Hope they get your meds straightened out for you. You deserve it. Fondly,Phillipa
Posted by Emily Elizabeth on February 14, 2006, at 23:42:28
In reply to I went to the dr......., posted by fiftylager on February 14, 2006, at 14:07:48
I think that the situation sounds very hopeful. It sounds like you are on the way to getting the treatment that you need. When is your appt w/ the pdoc? Please keep us updated.
Best,
EE
Posted by TylerJ on February 16, 2006, at 11:55:03
In reply to I went to the dr......., posted by fiftylager on February 14, 2006, at 14:07:48
Crissi,
That's great news ..your doc is right you did a very courageous thing! I'm very proud of you and happy for you because now you're going to get some expert advice soon and hopefully you'll be feeling better and more evened out soon. Please let us know as soon as you find out anything..when is your pdoc appoint? You'll be in my prayers girl! :)Wishing you a speedy recovery,
Tyler
Posted by forgetful mary on February 16, 2006, at 17:41:11
In reply to Re: I went to the dr....... » fiftylager, posted by TylerJ on February 16, 2006, at 11:55:03
Let us all know how you make out! And don't let any DR bully you and prevent you from taking care of yourself. Glad your Doc was so great about the letter-they should all be so agreeable!!
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