Depression while sick with the flu?

Question

Is there anything going on physiologically / biochemically that would account for a person becoming really depressed or prone to crying while sick?

I've been sick with the flu for over a week, and now bronchitis, and I find myself extremely sad at times, and crying -- sobbing even -- at the drop of a hat. Is that normal?

Answer 1

Perhaps psychiatric help.

Answer 2

Sorry to hear you feel like that.
I just got over the badest flu i ever had, I was actually in bed for several days, got sooo depressed and cried few times every day.
it probably has to do with not being able to do much, which makes you feel completely helpless and useless.
Just try to think that is only temporarily, that you will be back to your old self in a few days, and when it's really hard, call a friend and talk it over.
And think that there is much worse, you will feel good about having a fly instead some terminal illness (God forbid).
Hope you feel better soon!
And don't forget, lots of fluids and definitely chicken noodle soup :)

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Answer 4

That sucks. You should take some magnesium... it's a natural anti-depressant and gives you a natural boost. Drink lots of OJ and remember that it is normal to feel very low when you are sick.

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Answer 6

i had a flu virus 3 weeks ago
it then got to my chest and lungs
i have felt so weak and breathless since that time
is not a problem with you -- is a bad virus
hope we both recover soon

yours

m.m

Answer 7

feel better