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towrite

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feeling flat
« on: May 05, 2008, 10:16:55 AM »
Is it OK to post 2 different threads in one day? I never know.

The MD changed my meds from Zoloft to Cymbalta. I can already tell a difference in my energy level, if I can put up with the side effects - nausea, hot and cold chills, sweating episodes. (Ladies "glisten", I'm told.) But I feel flat - higher up that my usual depression (as compared to the deep hole) but flat. But she also changed my sleep meds from Trazadone to Lunesta, and it doesn't work for me. Went back to my Traz. last night to get a full nights' sleep. The Lunesta had me sleeping so lightly, any little thing woke me. I can manage myself better, but I still get triggered by small things which overload my frustration level. Went to WalMart yesterday to buy some food and their damned machine would not take my food stamps card. Then it refused my debit card. Had to use the last of my cash to pay for the food and came home wiped out and shaking. Man, it doesn't take much to slip me over the edge.

Kate
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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2008, 10:19:20 AM »


((((towrite)))) some more hugs.  I think you can start as many topics as you want. 
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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #2 on: May 05, 2008, 10:51:11 AM »

I'm sorry Kate for such a crapy day. I agree the little things are huge some times. ((Kate))

I hope you are feeling better soon, rest and care. seasons
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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #3 on: May 05, 2008, 03:26:40 PM »
Hi Kate,
(((((((((((((Kate))))))))))))

So you're having "power surges"? All you need right now.

I'm positive there is a 257 new threads per day limit, or did you get that memo from Doc G?  :)

I hope you can start some veggies in a couple plastic containers or boxes or whatever...nourishes you for practically nothing.

love and strength,
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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #4 on: May 05, 2008, 04:52:44 PM »
Dear Kate
 I HOPE there is no limit on threads(LOL).
 Kate, I know that feeling that one thing can push you over the edge. I hate that. It is an awful feeling. I am so sorry that you are hurting so badly, Kate.I wish I could do more than send words.     Love   Ami

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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #5 on: May 05, 2008, 05:51:12 PM »

Thoughts of you dear ((((( Kate ))))))

I only wish there was something I could do.

Love to you,

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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #6 on: May 05, 2008, 05:54:29 PM »
Hi towrite,

I wonder why they give us meds with such side effects.

When you are 'flat' can you think better than when depressed?  or not at all!?

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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #7 on: May 05, 2008, 06:40:42 PM »

The MD changed my meds from Zoloft to Cymbalta.
I don't know how long ago you made the change but sometimes there is a leveling off period and when your body adjusts to the new medicine the side effects will subside. 

I can manage myself better, but I still get triggered by small things which overload my frustration level. Went to WalMart yesterday to buy some food and their damned machine would not take my food stamps card. Then it refused my debit card. Had to use the last of my cash to pay for the food and came home wiped out and shaking.
That doesn't sound small to me.  That is huge.  Especially in the fragile state your finances are in.  I think that would wipe out and frustrate most people.  But you ddn't give up until you figured out a solution.  Way to go.

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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #8 on: May 08, 2008, 11:39:21 AM »
Now I know the sweats and chills were initial side effects of the Cymbalta. They're gone now and this new med is really working. I thought the Zoloft was "holding" me, but it was nothing compared to Cymbalta.
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Re: feeling flat
« Reply #9 on: May 08, 2008, 11:54:56 PM »
So glad it is working.  That is great news.