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condeclan06 · Mar 7, 2008

I'm not sure where to start, so I'll just ask the question............

Where and how do you talk to your doctor about possibly being depressed? I have been ignoring my situation for quite some time in the hopes that it was a phase and would go away. I noticed a difference in the way I was feeling a few months before getting pregnant with my son. Then, I got pregnant, and I blamed it all on the hormones. Then, I had my son in May 2006, but breastfed him.....so I still blamed it on the hormones. Since having him, things have just gotten worse.....I never really feel well, never feel happy, find myself pretending a lot, been crying more often, and just overall do not feel myself. I have also had a lot more health issues and complications since having him. Three years ago, I developed arthritis in my knees, now I have it in my hips and shoulders too. My sinuses are horrible, they bother me almost every day. I have already had one sinus surgery, this past August, and it didn't help. It just seems like everyday something hurts.

I just don't know what to do. I feel like I am not being a good mom or wife. I used to be so energetic, bubbly, and happy. Now I don't feel any of those things, but I feel guilty for not feeling them. I've never known anyone personally with this sort of problem or who was depressed. So, I don't know who to talk to and am kind of embarrassed. Does anyone have any kind of constructive advice or experience? I would really appreciate it!

-Lindsay

condeclan06 · Mar 7, 2008

I'm not sure where to start, so I'll just ask the question............

Where and how do you talk to your doctor about possibly being depressed? I have been ignoring my situation for quite some time in the hopes that it was a phase and would go away. I noticed a difference in the way I was feeling a few months before getting pregnant with my son. Then, I got pregnant, and I blamed it all on the hormones. Then, I had my son in May 2006, but breastfed him.....so I still blamed it on the hormones. Since having him, things have just gotten worse.....I never really feel well, never feel happy, find myself pretending a lot, been crying more often, and just overall do not feel myself. I have also had a lot more health issues and complications since having him. Three years ago, I developed arthritis in my knees, now I have it in my hips and shoulders too. My sinuses are horrible, they bother me almost every day. I have already had one sinus surgery, this past August, and it didn't help. It just seems like everyday something hurts.

I just don't know what to do. I feel like I am not being a good mom or wife. I used to be so energetic, bubbly, and happy. Now I don't feel any of those things, but I feel guilty for not feeling them. I've never known anyone personally with this sort of problem or who was depressed. So, I don't know who to talk to and am kind of embarrassed. Does anyone have any kind of constructive advice or experience? I would really appreciate it!

-Lindsay

condeclan06 · Mar 7, 2008

I'm not sure where to start, so I'll just ask the question............

Where and how do you talk to your doctor about possibly being depressed? I have been ignoring my situation for quite some time in the hopes that it was a phase and would go away. I noticed a difference in the way I was feeling a few months before getting pregnant with my son. Then, I got pregnant, and I blamed it all on the hormones. Then, I had my son in May 2006, but breastfed him.....so I still blamed it on the hormones. Since having him, things have just gotten worse.....I never really feel well, never feel happy, find myself pretending a lot, been crying more often, and just overall do not feel myself. I have also had a lot more health issues and complications since having him. Three years ago, I developed arthritis in my knees, now I have it in my hips and shoulders too. My sinuses are horrible, they bother me almost every day. I have already had one sinus surgery, this past August, and it didn't help. It just seems like everyday something hurts.

I just don't know what to do. I feel like I am not being a good mom or wife. I used to be so energetic, bubbly, and happy. Now I don't feel any of those things, but I feel guilty for not feeling them. I've never known anyone personally with this sort of problem or who was depressed. So, I don't know who to talk to and am kind of embarrassed. Does anyone have any kind of constructive advice or experience? I would really appreciate it!

-Lindsay

condeclan06 · Mar 7, 2008

I'm not sure where to start, so I'll just ask the question............

Where and how do you talk to your doctor about possibly being depressed? I have been ignoring my situation for quite some time in the hopes that it was a phase and would go away. I noticed a difference in the way I was feeling a few months before getting pregnant with my son. Then, I got pregnant, and I blamed it all on the hormones. Then, I had my son in May 2006, but breastfed him.....so I still blamed it on the hormones. Since having him, things have just gotten worse.....I never really feel well, never feel happy, find myself pretending a lot, been crying more often, and just overall do not feel myself. I have also had a lot more health issues and complications since having him. Three years ago, I developed arthritis in my knees, now I have it in my hips and shoulders too. My sinuses are horrible, they bother me almost every day. I have already had one sinus surgery, this past August, and it didn't help. It just seems like everyday something hurts.

I just don't know what to do. I feel like I am not being a good mom or wife. I used to be so energetic, bubbly, and happy. Now I don't feel any of those things, but I feel guilty for not feeling them. I've never known anyone personally with this sort of problem or who was depressed. So, I don't know who to talk to and am kind of embarrassed. Does anyone have any kind of constructive advice or experience? I would really appreciate it!

-Lindsay

condeclan06 · Mar 7, 2008

I'm not sure where to start, so I'll just ask the question............
 
 Where and how do you talk to your doctor about possibly being depressed? I have been ignoring my situation for quite some time in the hopes that it was a phase and would go away. I noticed a difference in the way I was feeling a few months before getting pregnant with my son. Then, I got pregnant, and I blamed it all on the hormones. Then, I had my son in May 2006, but breastfed him.....so I still blamed it on the hormones. Since having him, things have just gotten worse.....I never really feel well, never feel happy, find myself pretending a lot, been crying more often, and just overall do not feel myself. I have also had a lot more health issues and complications since having him. Three years ago, I developed arthritis in my knees, now I have it in my hips and shoulders too. My sinuses are horrible, they bother me almost every day. I have already had one sinus surgery, this past August, and it didn't help. It just seems like everyday something hurts.
 
 I just don't know what to do. I feel like I am not being a good mom or wife. I used to be so energetic, bubbly, and happy. Now I don't feel any of those things, but I feel guilty for not feeling them. I've never known anyone personally with this sort of problem or who was depressed. So, I don't know who to talk to and am kind of embarrassed. Does anyone have any kind of constructive advice or experience? I would really appreciate it!
 
 -Lindsay

chrissyd · Mar 7, 2008

I have bouts of depression. When I do I just talk to my Dr, I also have issues with anxiety. She usually prescribes something for me. The typical route is to make sure I'm seeing a therapist or counsilor of some type...but I consider this site my support group! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I know a lot of people ot there think medication is not a good thing, but for many of us medication is the only thing that can help with the chemical imbalance that causes depression.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.depression.com/causes_of_depression.html">depression.com</a>

<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

chrissyd · Mar 7, 2008

I have bouts of depression. When I do I just talk to my Dr, I also have issues with anxiety. She usually prescribes something for me. The typical route is to make sure I'm seeing a therapist or counsilor of some type...but I consider this site my support group! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I know a lot of people ot there think medication is not a good thing, but for many of us medication is the only thing that can help with the chemical imbalance that causes depression.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.depression.com/causes_of_depression.html">depression.com</a>

<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

chrissyd · Mar 7, 2008

I have bouts of depression. When I do I just talk to my Dr, I also have issues with anxiety. She usually prescribes something for me. The typical route is to make sure I'm seeing a therapist or counsilor of some type...but I consider this site my support group! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I know a lot of people ot there think medication is not a good thing, but for many of us medication is the only thing that can help with the chemical imbalance that causes depression.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.depression.com/causes_of_depression.html">depression.com</a>

<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

chrissyd · Mar 7, 2008

I have bouts of depression. When I do I just talk to my Dr, I also have issues with anxiety. She usually prescribes something for me. The typical route is to make sure I'm seeing a therapist or counsilor of some type...but I consider this site my support group! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">

I know a lot of people ot there think medication is not a good thing, but for many of us medication is the only thing that can help with the chemical imbalance that causes depression.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.depression.com/causes_of_depression.html">depression.com</a>

<img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

chrissyd · Mar 7, 2008

I have bouts of depression. When I do I just talk to my Dr, I also have issues with anxiety. She usually prescribes something for me. The typical route is to make sure I'm seeing a therapist or counsilor of some type...but I consider this site my support group! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0">
 
 I know a lot of people ot there think medication is not a good thing, but for many of us medication is the only thing that can help with the chemical imbalance that causes depression.
 
 <a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.depression.com/causes_of_depression.html">depression.com</a>
 
 <img src="i/expressions/rose.gif" border="0">

christyisnutz · Mar 7, 2008

Lindsay,
I've had to go on an anti-depressant several times in the past. Usually after 3 or 4 months, I can wean myself off of it (with my doctor's permission of course). I agree that seeing a counselor along with taking an anti-depressant is best. In fact, my transplant doc won't prescribe an anti-depressant anymore unless you are seeking some type of counseling along with it.

It's definitely nothing to be ashamed of, and you may just need something to "get you over the hump". Asking your doc for the lowest dose possible to start off may be best. I have found that 10 mg of Paxil works for me. The usual starting dose I think is 20 mg. Good luck with it.

christyisnutz · Mar 7, 2008

Lindsay,
I've had to go on an anti-depressant several times in the past. Usually after 3 or 4 months, I can wean myself off of it (with my doctor's permission of course). I agree that seeing a counselor along with taking an anti-depressant is best. In fact, my transplant doc won't prescribe an anti-depressant anymore unless you are seeking some type of counseling along with it.

It's definitely nothing to be ashamed of, and you may just need something to "get you over the hump". Asking your doc for the lowest dose possible to start off may be best. I have found that 10 mg of Paxil works for me. The usual starting dose I think is 20 mg. Good luck with it.

christyisnutz · Mar 7, 2008

Lindsay,
I've had to go on an anti-depressant several times in the past. Usually after 3 or 4 months, I can wean myself off of it (with my doctor's permission of course). I agree that seeing a counselor along with taking an anti-depressant is best. In fact, my transplant doc won't prescribe an anti-depressant anymore unless you are seeking some type of counseling along with it.

It's definitely nothing to be ashamed of, and you may just need something to "get you over the hump". Asking your doc for the lowest dose possible to start off may be best. I have found that 10 mg of Paxil works for me. The usual starting dose I think is 20 mg. Good luck with it.

christyisnutz · Mar 7, 2008

Lindsay,
I've had to go on an anti-depressant several times in the past. Usually after 3 or 4 months, I can wean myself off of it (with my doctor's permission of course). I agree that seeing a counselor along with taking an anti-depressant is best. In fact, my transplant doc won't prescribe an anti-depressant anymore unless you are seeking some type of counseling along with it.

It's definitely nothing to be ashamed of, and you may just need something to "get you over the hump". Asking your doc for the lowest dose possible to start off may be best. I have found that 10 mg of Paxil works for me. The usual starting dose I think is 20 mg. Good luck with it.

christyisnutz · Mar 7, 2008

Lindsay,
 I've had to go on an anti-depressant several times in the past. Usually after 3 or 4 months, I can wean myself off of it (with my doctor's permission of course). I agree that seeing a counselor along with taking an anti-depressant is best. In fact, my transplant doc won't prescribe an anti-depressant anymore unless you are seeking some type of counseling along with it.
 
 It's definitely nothing to be ashamed of, and you may just need something to "get you over the hump". Asking your doc for the lowest dose possible to start off may be best. I have found that 10 mg of Paxil works for me. The usual starting dose I think is 20 mg. Good luck with it.

CaliSally · Mar 7, 2008

Don't feel embarrassed or ashamed. Just as our bodies can malfunction or break, so can the way our brain fires and function. If you go to a certified cf clinic, they would be very familiar in dealing with those with depression. If they think they can handle your necessary medication (anti depressant) on their own, they will; but they might feel you need more hands on help, and therefore refer you to a psyche dr. If they do refer you to somone else, don't freak out. It just means the referred dr will understand the a/d's more thoroughly.

Seeking answers and help is the sign of a healthy approach and shouldn't be shuned.

There are many threads here that talk about depression that might help you better understand it and how it affect the cf'er.
I've had depression that begun at 16-ish, marked by an attempted suicide at 24.
I can honestly tell you that the a/d's I'm on now have helped me be free from those kinds of thoughts. You don't need to be in this extreme category to be treated for depression, it takes many forms. However, untreated depression/anxiety only gets worse over time, not better. I think it's better to seek treatment for it now, before it gets so overwhelming that you can't see your way out.

I am very open about the topic of depression, IM me if you have any questions you are afraid to ask on the board.

best wishes, <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
Sally

CaliSally · Mar 7, 2008

Don't feel embarrassed or ashamed. Just as our bodies can malfunction or break, so can the way our brain fires and function. If you go to a certified cf clinic, they would be very familiar in dealing with those with depression. If they think they can handle your necessary medication (anti depressant) on their own, they will; but they might feel you need more hands on help, and therefore refer you to a psyche dr. If they do refer you to somone else, don't freak out. It just means the referred dr will understand the a/d's more thoroughly.

Seeking answers and help is the sign of a healthy approach and shouldn't be shuned.

There are many threads here that talk about depression that might help you better understand it and how it affect the cf'er.
I've had depression that begun at 16-ish, marked by an attempted suicide at 24.
I can honestly tell you that the a/d's I'm on now have helped me be free from those kinds of thoughts. You don't need to be in this extreme category to be treated for depression, it takes many forms. However, untreated depression/anxiety only gets worse over time, not better. I think it's better to seek treatment for it now, before it gets so overwhelming that you can't see your way out.

I am very open about the topic of depression, IM me if you have any questions you are afraid to ask on the board.

best wishes, <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
Sally

CaliSally · Mar 7, 2008

Don't feel embarrassed or ashamed. Just as our bodies can malfunction or break, so can the way our brain fires and function. If you go to a certified cf clinic, they would be very familiar in dealing with those with depression. If they think they can handle your necessary medication (anti depressant) on their own, they will; but they might feel you need more hands on help, and therefore refer you to a psyche dr. If they do refer you to somone else, don't freak out. It just means the referred dr will understand the a/d's more thoroughly.

Seeking answers and help is the sign of a healthy approach and shouldn't be shuned.

There are many threads here that talk about depression that might help you better understand it and how it affect the cf'er.
I've had depression that begun at 16-ish, marked by an attempted suicide at 24.
I can honestly tell you that the a/d's I'm on now have helped me be free from those kinds of thoughts. You don't need to be in this extreme category to be treated for depression, it takes many forms. However, untreated depression/anxiety only gets worse over time, not better. I think it's better to seek treatment for it now, before it gets so overwhelming that you can't see your way out.

I am very open about the topic of depression, IM me if you have any questions you are afraid to ask on the board.

best wishes, <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
Sally

CaliSally · Mar 7, 2008

Don't feel embarrassed or ashamed. Just as our bodies can malfunction or break, so can the way our brain fires and function. If you go to a certified cf clinic, they would be very familiar in dealing with those with depression. If they think they can handle your necessary medication (anti depressant) on their own, they will; but they might feel you need more hands on help, and therefore refer you to a psyche dr. If they do refer you to somone else, don't freak out. It just means the referred dr will understand the a/d's more thoroughly.

Seeking answers and help is the sign of a healthy approach and shouldn't be shuned.

There are many threads here that talk about depression that might help you better understand it and how it affect the cf'er.
I've had depression that begun at 16-ish, marked by an attempted suicide at 24.
I can honestly tell you that the a/d's I'm on now have helped me be free from those kinds of thoughts. You don't need to be in this extreme category to be treated for depression, it takes many forms. However, untreated depression/anxiety only gets worse over time, not better. I think it's better to seek treatment for it now, before it gets so overwhelming that you can't see your way out.

I am very open about the topic of depression, IM me if you have any questions you are afraid to ask on the board.

best wishes, <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
Sally

CaliSally · Mar 7, 2008

Don't feel embarrassed or ashamed. Just as our bodies can malfunction or break, so can the way our brain fires and function. If you go to a certified cf clinic, they would be very familiar in dealing with those with depression. If they think they can handle your necessary medication (anti depressant) on their own, they will; but they might feel you need more hands on help, and therefore refer you to a psyche dr. If they do refer you to somone else, don't freak out. It just means the referred dr will understand the a/d's more thoroughly.
 
 Seeking answers and help is the sign of a healthy approach and shouldn't be shuned.
 
 There are many threads here that talk about depression that might help you better understand it and how it affect the cf'er.
 I've had depression that begun at 16-ish, marked by an attempted suicide at 24.
 I can honestly tell you that the a/d's I'm on now have helped me be free from those kinds of thoughts. You don't need to be in this extreme category to be treated for depression, it takes many forms. However, untreated depression/anxiety only gets worse over time, not better. I think it's better to seek treatment for it now, before it gets so overwhelming that you can't see your way out.
 
 I am very open about the topic of depression, IM me if you have any questions you are afraid to ask on the board.
 
 best wishes, <img src="i/expressions/heart.gif" border="0">
 Sally

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