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Originally Posted by katgoddess4ever
I've had depression since Jr High School. I've been on a lot of different meds. It seems like it's working for awhile and then suddenly my depression is out of control again. I take 16 pills every morning, 2 at lunch and about half of the am dose for bedtime. I am soooooo tired of taking medication. I know I need it but I'm tired. I always feel depressed, every day, all day no matter what I do. I have "up" moments to make everyone think I'm okay but I'm feeling like I'm not. Any suggestion? I have a psychiatrist, a therapist, PCM, Neurologist, Rheumatologist, ENT, Allergy and Asthma, Audiologist, Podiatrist, Pain Management, Bariatric Surgeon and I think that's all of them.
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First, let me welcome you, as this is your first post!
Welcome!
Your list of specialists is similar to mine.
Usually, the treating psychiatrist determines if a depression is treatment-resistant. Have you talked to your pdoc about this?
I get tired of meds, too. I also "mask" my depression, which can make it seem like I am okay (when I am not).
You describe your current experience as treatment-resistant. Have you tried lots of meds over the years and found no help?
I suggest you ask this question of your pdoc and see what s/he has for input?
I hope life, somehow, gets easier soon.
Keep posting -- here and/or anywhere in the forums!
Many people suffering depression and treatment-resistant depression post under "Depression," too. You don't have to stay alone here in this forum.
After 5 approved posts, you will have access to chats and to the Private Messaging system.
There are lots of forums here. Make yourself at home!
I hope to see you around!
WC