Sjogren's and depression
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Hello,
I was wondering whether depression is actually a symptom of this illness. I understand that it is natural to feel depressed when receiving a diagnosis of chronic illness, but my current mental state feels like something much more insidious and severe. I have never felt depressed in this way before, even when I got a diagnosis of another painful AI condition 8 years ago. I also know that mental stress can negatively impact symptoms so it is vital to 'feel better' quickly in order not aggravate the condition. I am not sure how to start to do this and wonder whether systemically something is going on that is affecting my brain chemistry to feel this bad.
Thanks for any advice or feedback from those of you that have battled depression with Sjogren's and won.
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As sad as it is, its nice to know that there are others with the same symptoms, as the people around me does not seem to get it. Glad I got on to this sight, it really helps and supports me.
I refuse to use anti-depressants, and unfortunately I have no advice as I am also still trying to wrap my head around this. One thing I do know that helps is diet, sleeping enough and just taking it easy, but still then the deprssion creeps in, especially when you realise you are a 32 year old living (and have been for years) like an old person! My dad has more oomf and energy than me and he is 60!
Good luck, will let yo know if find something that helps.
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So pleased to come across this post and thread. It's the first time I have given in really to the fatigue and felling "down". Lots going on in my life which is causing such stress. Think that's triggered the depressive side of me. Been through"stuff" before but have worked my way through. Now, in my seventies and with SS, it's proving more difficult. Just now starting medication from the doc so we'll see if that helps.
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absolutely one of many challanges you have w/ SS diognosis. Talk w/ your MD and get some help w/ meds, I did and helped me ALOT good luck sweetie!