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thank you michelle
monday i get prescribed something when my tests come back - hopefully normal. the problem is sometimes they give you medicine that adversely affects you - like Paxil and Prozac did me. so when they finally figure it out - you can get going again. good luck with your friend.

posted by ladychardonnay on December 18, 2008 at 2:41 PM | link to this | reply

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As it turns out she is considering medication and I encouraged her to try it. Medication has helped me tremendously with my anxiety and depression. I hope your medical condition improves and you can start to feel good again. Michele

posted by 4thechildren on December 18, 2008 at 11:16 AM | link to this | reply

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I'm sorry that your depression and migraines are keeping you trapped. Do you some medication that helps with the migraines when they come? I have only had a few migraines but, I remember what it feels like. When my daughter had her 1st migraine, I had to bring her to the ER. Scary stuff. I wish you peace, with no pain and hope that you have people around who can help you through this difficult time. Michele

posted by 4thechildren on December 18, 2008 at 11:13 AM | link to this | reply

I think that is great advice, I wish you the best and hope you'll be able to cheer your friend up a little.

posted by calia14 on December 17, 2008 at 11:49 PM | link to this | reply

It is a tough situation! It is so wonderful of you to visit! I am being treated for clinical depression due to debilitating migraines. Just visiting will be a big help, I know I am homebound! Thank you for caring so much! sam

posted by sam444 on December 17, 2008 at 7:11 PM | link to this | reply

i suffer from depression and have been off my meds for months and I am turning into an aggressive monster. other medical ailments is the reason i was taken off of them - but monday i will be back.

but maybe this person is not on anything - or the medicine itself isn't working. that would be my question.

posted by ladychardonnay on December 17, 2008 at 5:01 PM | link to this | reply