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Under*Over · Sep 22, 2019 at 10:35 PM

Im laying in bed, I was too hot before but now there is a fan blowing directly on me and it feels really nice

Pookyl · Sep 22, 2019 at 11:19 PM

Down with the flu. Day 5. I’ve had to resort to using my puffer just to breathe.

~Christina · Sep 23, 2019 at 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Pookyl

Down with the flu. Day 5. I’ve had to resort to using my puffer just to breathe.

Oh no

I’m so sorry you caught that nasty mess..push fluids constantly. If your puffer isn’t working well enough please see a doctor, dont go over the recommended dose, people have died doing so.

Be safe and feel better

Pookyl · Sep 23, 2019 at 01:35 AM

Thanks Christina. I’m throwing every med option I can into getting on top of it. I know there’s a chance that they may not be compatible with BP but breathing is my priority at this moment.

Jmccarthy · Sep 23, 2019 at 02:04 AM

I have been on & off meds since i was 12/13, now at that age of course i had no problems other than them never working. 1.5yrs ago i decided to give yet another combo of meds a try.. I barely eat, walk a mile a day and do pilates 3-5 times a week.. Still i have gained 60 lbs😔 Im 5ft tall so 60lbs looks like 80+
So Niw my self esteem is at a dramatic record low due to the weight and the consequences tgat arose from it! My psychiatrist sees me every 3 months and keeps saying lets keep trying the meds. I say as politely as i can that they absolutely dont do a damn thing! Well other than make me gain weight of corse. I have finally decided to just give up on the damn pills for good and would rather deal without themnanyway i can ,thats healthy that is, Or if god willing im able i want ect. The risks dont bother me and cant hurt me anymore than trying med after med only to have them do nothing at all.
Im sorry i needed to vent i guess😶 Hope others out there have better luck than this...

~Christina · Sep 23, 2019 at 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Pookyl

Thanks Christina. I’m throwing every med option I can into getting on top of it. I know there’s a chance that they may not be compatible with BP but breathing is my priority at this moment.

Yes I’m still in a big flare Asthma wise over 3 weeks now.

I dread the thought of more steroids. But we have added an extra puff of Symbicort daily and no help.

But yeah a girls gotta breath !

Sunflower123 · Sep 23, 2019 at 09:16 AM

My sleep has gradually decreased to 5 hours a night. Although I’m not tired during the day, I’d prefer 7-8.

Woke up this morning feeling sick to my stomach and light headed. Focusing on feeling better as I have NP and hair appointments later this morning.

fern46 · Sep 23, 2019 at 11:52 AM

I moved to taking Geodon every third night. Everything is mostly ok so far. I am dreaming constantly while I sleep though and the dreams are vivid. A few of them have been violent and disturbing. I'm going to take a short nap today because I'm feeling a little run down.

My kidney area has been aching for the past few days when I wake up in the morning. I am hoping I don't have an infection. I've been drinking tons of water as soon as I wake up and the pain goes away after a few hours. Hopefully I can flush out whatever the cause of this is.

I got 6 workouts in last week and I'm done with my workout for the day today. I have a busy week, but I plan to stay on track.

I hope everyone has a healthful week!

Wild Coyote · Sep 23, 2019 at 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by fern46

I moved to taking Geodon every third night. Everything is mostly ok so far. I am dreaming constantly while I sleep though and the dreams are vivid. A few of them have been violent and disturbing. I'm going to take a short nap today because I'm feeling a little run down.

My kidney area has been aching for the past few days when I wake up in the morning. I am hoping I don't have an infection. I've been drinking tons of water as soon as I wake up and the pain goes away after a few hours. Hopefully I can flush out whatever the cause of this is.

I got 6 workouts in last week and I'm done with my workout for the day today. I have a busy week, but I plan to stay on track.

I hope everyone has a healthful week!

I hope your kidneys are perfectly healthy.

Wild Coyote · Sep 23, 2019 at 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

My sleep has gradually decreased to 5 hours a night. Although I’m not tired during the day, I’d prefer 7-8.

Woke up this morning feeling sick to my stomach and light headed. Focusing on feeling better as I have NP and hair appointments later this morning.

I hope you are feeling better already!

Wild Coyote · Sep 23, 2019 at 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Pookyl

Thanks Christina. I’m throwing every med option I can into getting on top of it. I know there’s a chance that they may not be compatible with BP but breathing is my priority at this moment.

I am sorry you have been so ill. It can be so challenging to find enough relief for breathing difficulties without aggravating BP, as you know all too well. I also encounter this challenge.

I hope you feel better with each passing moment.

*Beth* · Sep 23, 2019 at 05:41 PM

Tired. Day after day I have to keep lying down because I'm falling asleep all over the place. I try to take a walk, but I feel off balance and like I might fall asleep while walking. This is either med hangover (Abilify and Cogentin), broken sleep (sleep between 9p.m. and 10a.m., but awake between about 1 and 4), or both. It's really frustrating to me...feels like I don't have much of a life.

Sep 24, 2019 at 06:19 PM

So yesterday, I told my husband that I was happy that at least our vacation was falling a good week before my monthly period was likely to start. Then today, heck if I didn't have it start. It sure seemed mighty early! I remembered writing something about my last one here. Sure enough, I found my mention on page 49 on September 10. I mentioned I had had it for three days. So that means this period started only about 17 days after my last one started. Kinda early, indeed! Who knows why. Anyway, I feel kind of miserable.

Hubby was doing his work in the house because it was chilly outside, and windy. We both sat at the dining room table with a nice view out the window, but we sat for hours on the uncomfortable dining room chairs. I even put a pillow behind my back, but nevertheless my back is aching. I decided to just go to bed. He's still at the table working.

We had to go to the pharmacy because I was not prepared for what came early. Luckily all us ladies generally have at least a couple things in our pocketbooks.

Boo hiss!

Amy3boys · Sep 25, 2019 at 09:53 AM

I've gained about 25 lbs from meds (and possibly due to hormonal changes from menopause). I've had to buy new clothes. I am supposed to taper off of Remeron once I've tapered up on Lamictal, so I'm hoping I can lose weight then. I lost 7 lbs pretty quickly (in a week or two) when I stopped Remeron before. I'm exercising as much as I can; I walked for 30 minutes yesterday and today I worked out at the gym. My cholesterol is high and I wonder if my meds contribute to this. I often struggle with low energy and even take a stimulant to help this but it doesn't always help. I'm hanging in there!

Wild Coyote · Sep 25, 2019 at 10:55 AM

I am trying, I hope to create a victory!!!

Have a FUN day!

fern46 · Sep 25, 2019 at 08:00 PM

Here's another interesting video from Dr. Tracey Marks. She discusses a diet that is helpful for depression. I know my mood suffers when I eat a lot of sugar and processed foods. This seems to support that. She also mentions the role inflammation plays in depression. I've read a number of studies that suggest fish oil supplements are helpful. They fight inflammation, so it makes sense that taking one would help. Anyway, I thought this might be helpful for anyone struggling with depression who is also willing to make diet changes.

YouTube

~Christina · Sep 25, 2019 at 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967

My sleep has gradually decreased to 5 hours a night. Although I’m not tired during the day, I’d prefer 7-8.

Woke up this morning feeling sick to my stomach and light headed. Focusing on feeling better as I have NP and hair appointments later this morning.

I hope your able to get more sleep. Are you feeling better tonight?

Ohhh Hair appointments are always enjoyable.

~Christina · Sep 25, 2019 at 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by fern46

I moved to taking Geodon every third night. Everything is mostly ok so far. I am dreaming constantly while I sleep though and the dreams are vivid. A few of them have been violent and disturbing. I'm going to take a short nap today because I'm feeling a little run down.

My kidney area has been aching for the past few days when I wake up in the morning. I am hoping I don't have an infection. I've been drinking tons of water as soon as I wake up and the pain goes away after a few hours. Hopefully I can flush out whatever the cause of this is.

I got 6 workouts in last week and I'm done with my workout for the day today. I have a busy week, but I plan to stay on track.

I hope everyone has a healthful week!

How are you feeling today ?!!

I need your motivation for working out !! I really admire your dedication.

Are your kidneys feeling better ?

~Christina · Sep 25, 2019 at 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BethRags

Tired. Day after day I have to keep lying down because I'm falling asleep all over the place. I try to take a walk, but I feel off balance and like I might fall asleep while walking. This is either med hangover (Abilify and Cogentin), broken sleep (sleep between 9p.m. and 10a.m., but awake between about 1 and 4), or both. It's really frustrating to me...feels like I don't have much of a life.

Overwhelming sedation is a big problem, does your Pdoc understand how much trouble your having with it??! Sometimes they don’t really “ hear”!what we are saying until we press it a bit.

Hopefully you will be able to get good solid unbroken sleep soon.

~Christina · Sep 25, 2019 at 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BirdDancer

So yesterday, I told my husband that I was happy that at least our vacation was falling a good week before my monthly period was likely to start. Then today, heck if I didn't have it start. It sure seemed mighty early! I remembered writing something about my last one here. Sure enough, I found my mention on page 49 on September 10. I mentioned I had had it for three days. So that means this period started only about 17 days after my last one started. Kinda early, indeed! Who knows why. Anyway, I feel kind of miserable.

Hubby was doing his work in the house because it was chilly outside, and windy. We both sat at the dining room table with a nice view out the window, but we sat for hours on the uncomfortable dining room chairs. I even put a pillow behind my back, but nevertheless my back is aching. I decided to just go to bed. He's still at the table working.

We had to go to the pharmacy because I was not prepared for what came early. Luckily all us ladies generally have at least a couple things in our pocketbooks.

Boo hiss!

Oh dear , Terrible timing

Hopefully it will warm a bit so you be outside, I’ll share some of my 95 degree weather to help you out if you want

Hope you can enjoy you time there.

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Under*Over Member Member Since Mar 2018 Location: USA Posts: 457 6 177 hugs given	Sep 22, 2019 at 10:35 PM #541 Im laying in bed, I was too hot before but now there is a fan blowing directly on me and it feels really nice
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Pookyl Poohbah Member Since Aug 2017 Location: Australia Posts: 1,435 6 79 hugs given	Sep 22, 2019 at 11:19 PM #542 Down with the flu. Day 5. I’ve had to resort to using my puffer just to breathe. __________________ Pookyl ———————————————————————————— BP1, GAD, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Claustrophobia Psych meds: Saphris, Seroquel XR, regular Seroquel. PRN Diazepam and Zopiclone
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