Posted by karen_kay on October 28, 2003, at 8:48:05
In reply to Questioning BPII Diagnosis and Treatment, posted by AnneL on October 26, 2003, at 1:20:33
Anne, I was on Lamictal with no side effects. I did not develope the rash and my doctor even started me at 100 mgs, even though I repeatedly asked him if that was a high dosage to begin with. We eventually got that mess figured out and yes, I am now seeing a different doc. I eventually discontiuned the Lamictal because I was on it in combonation with several others and was too "doped" up to leave my house. I really think you should look into beginning a mood stabilizer, as the depressions will only worsen as you age. The hypomanias may be good, but the depressions probably will not be tollareable. I have never taken Valproic acid. A really good book you may want to invest in is caled "The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide" It is about $20 and it is very down-to earth. Good luck hun, and you should really know that havign bipolar disorder is more of a gift than a burden. I feel that it makes me more compassionate and empathetic. Plus, sometimes when you are hypomanic you are a blast to be around, just ask your friends! karen
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