Can't stand feeling like this..

The fatigue is killing me. It's awful.. It's so hard to do anything.. life feels overwhelming. I just want to give up sometimes.

Yes, I went to a rheumatologist for a year and they ruled out chronic fatigue and fibro. In the past the antidepressants have worked but I think it's time for an adjustment. I tried to get a message to my psychiatrist but not sure what is going on with that.. I will call and follow up today. What do they do for your chronic fatigue?

My psychiatrist gave me Adderall for chronic fatigue and it helps a lot. I don't know how much longer I can take it because of my age. They don't really like to subscribe it because it can be addicting. Sometimes they will give you Ritalin. But it depends on the doctor and your situation. If they feel the depression is causing the fatigue, they may figure it will end when you start feeling better.

I hope you start to feel better soon. Is there a way you could go for a walk? I often get some energy from walking. Plus it helps my mind too.

Hugs, Karen...

I imagine that the walking is helping. I am glad you are able to do that. I know how bad it gets with the fatigue. I slept for two years because of it.

How much pristiq are you taking now? I take 150 mg a day. I also take abilify which would work similar to the lamictal.

I sure hope things get better. Hang in there and don't give up.

Hugs, Karen...

150 is as high as it goes. You have to take three 50 mg pills a day. If you are only taking one pill a day it is probably 100. They don't have 150mg pills by themselves.

I think talking to the doc is a good idea. Let them know how fatigued you are. Wellbutrin is an antidepressant that gives you a bit of energy.

Hugs, Karen...

I didn't realize it went so high. That is good. I hope you feel better soon Crispy.

Hugs, Karen...

keep strong.

Hi Crispy,

I hope your day gets better, maybe a longer walk or a second walk is in order to help you feel better. Endorphins maybe... I am going to try to walk today. I think enough snow has melted so I can get to the road and it isn't icy.

Hang in there. Things will get better, it just takes a little time. In the meantime, try not to think too much. Work on mindfulness. Focus on what is important for the day and just that. Give yourself a little break if you can.

I hope that you start feeling better soon.

Hugs, Karen...