Desperate for Help, The only way that I think you can get her to go is if it is sort of under the idea that you and she would be going for "counseling" to help your marriage. Try not to blame her or...
It does seem to me that your wife could be bi-polar. Its great that you stay by her side and are trying to find answers. Let me tell you my story in a short version. When I was still married to my ex...
Thank you so much for the ideas and advice. Luckily my family is in driving distance so I don't have to fly. I do go there 90% of the time by myself. Hubby stays home with the dogs and I go for a few...
Thank you for your replies! I do speak to my ex husband, we remained friends. I don't tell him about the BP because of two reasons. He wil remarried and I don't want him to think "what if she had...
It is so hard to say. Medications are so different for each person. Lithium was one of the worst medications ever for me to the point my husband almost had me hospitalized. As soon as I came off of...
I only recently found out I was Bi-Polar (within the past few years) and before that I did not know my previous actions were because of the BP. I actually started taking antidepressants for severe...
You sure sound like you do very well considering you do not take medication! Very good job taking care of yourself! I have my BP faily well managed to the point where my marriage is good, I can work...
I don't know the specifics but I do know that quite a few meds recommend not being taken with grapefruit juice. How does grapefruit juice affect medicines? Grapefruit juice contains chemicals that...
Do you love animals? I was feeling down today and went to Petsmart to see all the kitties and dogs for adoption and to look at the fish. The fish always have a relaxing motion and look to them. Or...
Hi. I lost my marriage of ten years to my bi-polar. I didn't know it then but I know it now. I went thru a major crash in depression when the mania was over and I lost him for good. However, we are...
Hey everyone. Bill, sorry about your wife's injury - very nice of you to try and help her while she rests. I am "okay". Up and down a lot today and adjusting to Seroquel. Right now I feel like...
I made my doctor laugh when I used that term with him. But its true....we are either depressed, manic or leveled off. So that would make us tri-polar, right? Right now I am just doped up and getting...
Definately, yes. My doctor even says it can affect several family members. My brother is BP and so are some other relatives on my Mom's side. Mom and Dad are not BP though, nor were my grandparents....
I also need to get back into going to church. I was really into going when I lived in CT and started in NY but the church wasn't the right one for me. There are sooooo many kind people at church, or...
Sometimes I don't...I just stay home sick from work and watch movies with my dogs. Other times my hubby gets me up and out. Sometimes I am going thru the motions but at least I am out of my chair...
Lithiujm was the first med that I tried but I was getting horrible shakey hnads and frequent urination. Next was Depakote - total disaster - if I wasn't half asleep I was crying, sinking into the...
Wow, I am so sorry! Stress and BP don't go well together. There has to be some mental health places in your area that help people with little or no money. Like a county hospital would probably be...
I am so sorry that your hubby is not helpful. Mine was making me worse at first but the thought of losing me I think kicked him into gear. I made sure he understands BP, my meds, and told him that...
So glad you are having a good day! Something about sunshine and doggies that can make you smile. I think we all know to appreciate those good days when we can....
I hope things get better soon. I am in the same sinking boat as you. Came home from work "sick" because I just can't deal. I am so glad to have my online support friends. Just say what you need to...
No, sorry, I have never been on any of those meds....
I am super lonely at times. I have a bunch of medical issues plus the bi-polar and honestly I would rather be home with my dogs or with my mom when I can. I only have a few friends, don't really do...
The two things that make me happy and mean soooooo much to be are my rescued Greyhound Andy and Beagle Molly. They are my joy, they love me no matter what and I can hug, hug, hug. I can't have...
Hi, Hope you are feeling better. My guess is sinus infection/allergies or migraine. I wouldn't worry a brain tumor, alhough I know it can feel that way sometimes!...
I see my primary doc on Monday to follow up on my new medication (Depakote). We are going to discuss progress and see if I need to see a therapist or psych. I feel very off - I actually felt too good...
Hope things work out okay and your meds work instead of being hospitalized. That's great your hubby was supportive and was there for you....
/community/emoticons/cry.gif Long story short, I am bi-polar and have not been manic for years. A few months ago I mentioned to my primary doc that I was feeling the mania slipping in so he put me...
First of all, thank you for being concerned about your wife and noticing behavioral changes. Its very important for her to have a friend, spouse, relative etc, that can notice manic behavior. I have...
I see a pain management specialist for my severe migraines and when I have a migraine my neck is in agony. I have actually had physical therapy to help with my neck pain. Sounds like your girlfriend...
You can get migraines with or without aura. They often start out similar to when you look into a light bulb or bright sun but the bright light turns to flashy colors. I have had them come and go...
Sorry to hear you are getting migraines at such a young age. Hopefully your doctor has suggested some preventative meds as well as prescribing that medication. The one you are taking is the generic...
The best thing I did was purchase a book about Crohns and then highlighted some areas that I would like him to read. That way he could look through the book and get the answers he needed, and see how...
I am on two pain medications given to me by my primary care doc. He monitors my useage carefully, reviews them with me when we meet, etc. That way I can get the medication I need and he feels okay...
Definately. I have had problems all my life starting with severe mentrual issues before I was even a teen, and then endometriosis, IBD, migraines, severe joint pain - and for the most part its like...
I plan on talking to my neuro about that and also basilar migraines. I have had an increase in migraines and in symptoms. Dizziness is a really bad problem, today it takes everything I have to walk...
Thanks Jana. I am not on birth control anymore. I was on it about 20+ years ago, but then was on infertility meds, endometriosis meds, and then had a miscarriage followed by a complete hyster. That's...
Yes!!! The day before I get one of my horrendous migraines, I am extremely sleepy and yawny and also want to eat constantly....
Here is their website. It seems to be really detailed, maybe you can get some info there about the standard visit: http://www.diamondheadache.com/...
Heather, that's interesting that it helps with your colitis symptoms too. I keep telling my doc that and he doesn't believe me....
I have a call in to my neuro's office to make an appt. I have always had migraines back to when I was a teen (I am 43 now) but this particular migraine type is fairly recent and increasing. I know...
I have been dealing with migraines (bad ones) since I was in my teens and have had all sorts of hormone issues due to birth control pills, then infertility meds, miscarriage and then a complete...
I have been on Fioricet for years. Yes, it can be addictive and shouldn't be taken if you aren't in medical need of it. I wouldn't consider it super dangerous compared to being addicted to some of...
I take Fioricet on a regular basis and I do find that I am dependant on it. I can go off it for periods of time and not get withdrawals, other than rebound headaches. My prescript ion says take 1-3...
No, I haven't heard of that. Let us know what you find out. It almost sounds to me like you have Fibromyalgia. I see that you had a hysterectomy and it can be pretty common to women who had hysters...
I guess the combo is pretty common and my PCP apologized for not giving it to me sooner. We'll see how it does on the next marathon migraine. The nausea med is great, just having that is a huge help....
yes, I do sometimes. I get both the tingling and/or facial pain in the temple area. I have been taking Topamax for a few years now with fairly good results....
Unfortunately I didn't meet Dr Diamond - she was passing thru and happened to be right by my exam room so the doc caught her before he came in. Yes, he explained each med and its purpose. I am only...
Thank you again yesterday for listening about my marathon migraine. I am much better today (day 4). I met with my PCP for a half hour yesterday and the luck was with me because Dr Diamond from the...
Thank you Ann. I just feel soooooooo weird today. I have always had a few days of residual stuff, but this doesn't feel right. As for the ER papers, I know if I had them completed on Sunday, I would...
I don't remember Ann, I'll have to ask my doc. Thanks for the tip....