Advice please!!
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Hello. ive started taking citalopram 20mg for 6 days now and feel worse, is this normal cos ive already weaned off sertraline because it wasnt working im just scared these wont work too. any feedback would be appreciated thanks
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katecogs cheryl56791
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K x
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becs87 cheryl56791
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In answer to your question tho yes I think it's completely "normal" to have these side affects for the first month or 2 xxx
David_21660 becs87
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Best Regards,
David
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tracy56123 cheryl56791
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David_21660 tracy56123
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It is fantastic that you are there for your husband and understand. I am also blessed that my Fiancee (who knew little about "work related stress") was here for me when I fell ill over ten months ago.
Firstly, I would suggest you start a new discussion for direct support and get some more advice from those in the same position.Then try and get your husband to come to the forum himself there are plenty of us chaps here so he won't be alone!
GAD like all of these illnesses can be controlled with meds and an excellent support structure and here is one of the best places to find it.
Neither you nor your husband are alone we are here for you too. It may be that we really care or we're just darn nosey! Only you will know come the end (a little tip - tis the former!) when things level out and are in perspective.
So don't hesitate get an all persons post out and we look forward to chatting with your husband!
Best Regards,
David
tracy56123 David_21660
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David_21660 tracy56123
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Well, at least your husband knows we're here should he ever wish to and everyone should be respectful of that. One positive is that he will talk to you and the Dr, communication is so important in these instances and sometimes and generally it takes a little bit more coaxing for us men. Obviously this is compounded with what ails us.
I noticed that you haven't had any replies to your post yet - I guess the lazy burgers are still in bed! Lol!
I hope your husband has a better week ahead (and therefore all of you).
Take care, keep reading etc.
Best Wishes,
David
katecogs tracy56123
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I was ill from 1980 to 1995 and I didn't discuss my illness with anyone other than my husband or doctor - I just couldn't for fear of thought of as a weirdo - I didn't know others suffered as I did. So for 15 long years, I suffered alone. When I started SSRI's I slowly recovered and have been well ever since.
Last year my son fell foul to this illness too and it was very painful watching him go through exactly the same terrifying symptoms as I had done. It took him around 6 months to start feeling well after starting SSRI's too. He's now well again.
It wasn't until last year that I came on this site for my son and found I could eventually talk about my experience with this illness and tell my friends. The more people I talked to, the more I realise that many people I know have suffered too. It's really good to talk as it helps with the healing.
During my illness I read loads about the subject - it really helps. Maybe your husband could read some of the posts on here rather than actually participating in any discussions. Reading, understanding, sharing experiences helped me to unravel some of the mystery of this illness - which in turn took some of the 'sting out of the tail'.
This is a physical illnes.
The meds will take a long time to work, but if he sticks at it and just keeps going and going, he will start feeling well in time.
K x
tracy56123 katecogs
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He has been ready blogs and Internet searches but then seems to over think the things that have happened to other people and then asks why he can't be doing as well as them or why 'am I feeling like this on this day and they aren't ' all I can so is reassure him that this is normal whilst the meds start to level out I wish I knew how hard it was for you all standing in the outside watching your loved one struggle is hard enough I don't want to do to much and take over but I also don't want him to feel like I've distanced myself and he's on his own
katecogs tracy56123
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Wven if he gets worse, he must keep going as healing is still working on the inside.
K xx
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Yes I always think it's amazing what the body and mind can deal with - depressed people are incredibly strong people, having to deal with the illness. Many people are ignorant about this illness, but only because they've never had to deal with it - and it's often mistaken for just feeling blue. It's unfortunately far more horrendous than that.
A lot of depressed or anxious people have low levels of serotonin, our happy hormones. Without it, or low levels, it can make you feel very unwell and unable to function properly. The SSRI medication hangs onto our serotonin before reuptake to the brain, making us feel happier and able to function normally. Takes a while for the levels to settle, but it's worth waiting for. Took 6 months before my son started feeling well again.
In time your husbands bad days will get less and less until he feels well all the time. Remember, it could be 6 months, but probably less.
K x
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katecogs tracy56123
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You have nothing to worry about with your daughter - many people can be worriers and will be absolutely fine.
K x
tracy56123 katecogs
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Are you still on cit not to bad a day today he's a bit miffed that the weathers changed but he's been out with the dog so that's a step forward
katecogs tracy56123
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Its good getting out into the fresh air - exercise of any kind helps burn up excess anxiety and releases endorphins, making us feel good.
Yes it's been raining here for 2 days now ..... but still strangely warm.