Posted by Dr. Kramer on April 4, 2002, at 6:31:05
In reply to Kramer - Bipolar, Oophorectomy and PMDD, posted by Chris A. on April 3, 2002, at 0:38:38
> Thanks in advance. Is an oophorectomy a reasonable choice for perimenopausal bipolar women whose mood symptoms are exaccerbated by hormonal shifts? The objective would be to be on steady HRT. We have tried many other options in the hormonal/BC category, including Yasmin. SSRIs cause my bipolar to cycle markedly, so they are not an option.
> The surgery is scheduled for Monday, but I'm still considering chickening out.
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> Thanks,
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> Chris A.I really can't pass judgement on a treatment for a particular pt in this forum. Sounds like you've tried many things, and have gotten to this point in a considered fashion. Make sure you've talked to your doc about all your concerns.
Good luck, and be well.
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