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Posted 2/8/2013 3:21 AM (GMT 0)
Hey everyone,

I'm new to this board but I'm hoping I can find some good support here. My doctor prescribed me with 10mg Cipralex andI just started today. I've been dealing with some serious medical issues for the last 3 years and I feel like my life has spiralled out of control and my medical issues have changed my entire course. I would never say to someone that I'm depressed but from talking with my doctor I guess I am. I generally unhappy and lately I've been having trouble sleeping, I've lost my appetite/ desire to eat, I've been having a lot of anxiety and don't have much motivation to go out with friends or do things I used to enjoy doing. I guess it's just been a combination of things happening over the past 3 years and last week it hit me. I barely ate for 3 days and couldn't even go into work one day because I was making myself so upset I was sick, I couldn't stop crying and I didn't want to go anywhere or see anyone. That's the day I saw my doctor because my parents were so worried they made me go that day.

Just wanted to post a little bit about what's been going on with me and see what people have to say about Cipralex. Thanks!

Liz
Posted 2/8/2013 6:57 AM (GMT 0)
Liz, I totally understand. A few years ago I had my first major meltdown, just as you described. It is so scary at first. I had to leave work because I couldn't stop crying and I couldn't breath. The feeling inside me just screamed for me to run. I only felt safe at home. I went on meds, did some therapy and things got better. I then went off my meds, on my own, not with medical advice. Things were OK for a while. It then came back again about two months ago, but not as bad as last time as I was able to take action before it got too bad. This time I had to accept that I need to stay on meds. I am not a doctor, and I really do not always know what is best. I am finally digging my way out of the hole and sun is shining again. Hold on Liz, it will get better.

I just came on here a few weeks ago. There are so many wonderful people on here. Their support is amazing. The great thing about this site is I can say anything. No one really knows me. No shame, no fear. For once I can be myself. I hope you take advantage of this site for all it has to offer. We are here for you as you are for us.

Jennifer
Posted 2/8/2013 10:02 AM (GMT 0)
i too am going through complex medical issues, thus i understand. am sending many healing thoughts your way. welcome to the forum.

with healing compassion,
jamie
Posted 2/8/2013 11:16 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Liz,

Hang in there and keep trying. You are going to feel better. I don't take cipralex, but I have taken many others. They do help when we find the right meds. Sometimes that takes awhile, so don't lose hope.

Feel better soon...

Hugs, Karen
Posted 2/8/2013 1:28 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for your support everyone! I just want to start feeling better and I hope that this medication can help. I'm nervous about starting it and my doctor suggested I see a psychologist as well. I don't know, I just never thought I would be here you know?
Posted 2/8/2013 1:37 PM (GMT 0)
I think all of us feel that way. A little counseling never hurts. It is a relief to be able to talk to somebody impartial. So go for it... I hope that things get better soon. Don't feel like you are the only one because you are not... We all understand...

Hugs, Karen
Posted 2/10/2013 4:38 PM (GMT 0)
I am feeling like I'm the only one right now. None of my friends know what I'm going through... I can talk to some of them about some of the issues I'm going through but no one will ever truly understand. For me the scariest part about this is admitting that I can't help myself, I just don't know what to do to make myself feel better. I can't dive into work and forget my problems because I'm having a lot of anxiety about work lately. I don't enjoy doing the things I used to do anymore and there are only a few people who I actually WANT to be around these days and I can't expect them to be available for me all the time.
Posted 2/10/2013 4:50 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Liz

Welcome.. we DO understand you and you are doing the right things with meds and counseling. If that med doesn't help, don't give up. Hang in there and always come here if you need us

Love Mags
Posted 2/10/2013 6:13 PM (GMT 0)
You CAN help yourself. There is a lot you can do for yourself. First get into some counseling, if you aren't already. Secondly, see your doctor or a psychiatrist. I recommend taking walks, it clears the head and makes you feel better. Journaling helps. Coming here helps. So don't think it is hopeless, it is not. Keep tryng and keep moving forward.

It doesn't matter if other people don't understand. It is you that is important. Sometimes I don't even talk about my depression with other people. I don't expect them to understand where my head is at. I keep thing casual, don't even discuss it. You have to take care of you. Maybe do some self nurturing. That always makes us feel better.

Don't throw in the towel, know that this is just a bump in the road. You will get through it. We will try to help you.

Hugs, Karen
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