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britt40305
britt40305

Does anyone else feel like their doctor or psychiatrist doesn't listen to them when they are explaining the side effects they are having.

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  • katecogs
    katecogs britt40305

    Posted

    Yep.

    In the past I've experienced doctors and mental health professionals who don't seem to listen, and find they often have a path to follow.  They should listen to patients more.

    • britt40305
      britt40305 katecogs

      Posted

      Instead of listening they keep wanting to up the dosage
    • katecogs
      katecogs britt40305

      Posted

      What dose are you on at the moment then?  There's a lot of good discussions in the Fluoxetine group about different doses people take.

      The meds do take around 3-4 months to take effect, and upping the dose you may get side effects again.  It is a slow process, but persevering on them is so worth it.

    • britt40305
      britt40305 katecogs

      Posted

      I'm on 40 but since I started taking 40 my feet began to swell so I told my psychiatrist and they said let's go up to 60mg. I talked to a pharmacist and he suggested I switch meds. When I was telling my doctor they didn't even acknowledge the swelling in my feet and I've be on flu for 3 1/2 months.
    • katecogs
      katecogs britt40305

      Posted

      Have you put on any weight too?  Sometimes gaining weight will make your feet splay out more ..... just a thought.  Other than that though, I'd have thought a pharmacist has more knowledge of medicines than a doctor.  Wonder if anyone else on this site has had the same.

      Many years ago I had to stop the contraceptive pill because my legs, feet and ankles started to swell, and I'd been taking it for years.  Could it be an interaction maybe?

      The Patient Information Leaflet does say to tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice any general swelling, hands, feet, ankles, face or eye area.  Maybe next time you visit, take the leaflet from your medication box with you and point it out.

      Its probably nothing to worry about, but if it annoys you then let him know.

      K xx

  • cass5683
    cass5683 britt40305

    Posted

    im.on 10mg with deplin. im.just ok. ive been on.them.for.1 month. im.thinking about uping my dose. i.dont know and yes i do.feel.my dr doesnt.listen or he says thats weird that shouldnt do.that. but i.love my dr soo i dont know.
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