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richard72420
richard72420

Been diagonised with bipolar started new meds , my moods seem to be changing daily at mo from being sow low to needing to constantly be on the go as in walking miles and not feeling tired , was wondering if this is part of bipolar also seem to have high tolerance to pain .

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  • betsy0603
    betsy0603 richard72420

    Posted

    Don't have an answer to your question but just curious if you were on other meds when given this diagnosis.  Which med did they put you on for it?
  • sharon12462
    sharon12462 richard72420

    Posted

    Hi Richard I think maybe the walking is taking over your highs.. using that energy. I have days like this too..& then nothing at all. What meds have you been put on.. Iv tried a few but feel like I'm ok now not amazing bt better than ever before .
    • sharon12462
      sharon12462 richard72420

      Posted

      Hi Richard I started on that... quetiapine. .I found it pretty good.. I changed to lithium because of slow metabolism. .but apart from that no problems.. I hope it works the same for you 😉
  • richard89308
    richard89308 richard72420

    Posted

    I agree with Sharon, in your high moods you will be more active and less so when in a depressive state. keep the exercise going though you are doing well.

    richard

  • carmelina52473
    carmelina52473 richard72420

    Posted

    you seem to be what they call rapid-cycling, suffering both moods alternately.  You need to see your doctor about possibly change in medication to balance your moods.  Hope this helps.. 
    • richard72420
      richard72420 carmelina52473

      Posted

      Thanks carnelina , just been for my weekly check at hospital and now on 100mg Quetiapine so hope this works as I need to get back to work been off for 11 weeks and have family to support .
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