that I can get some medication. My best friend's mother is a psych nurse and she's told me I have all of the traits of being bipolar. I've also done my own research online and stuff. Seems to be true. I don't want to self diagnoise myself (doctor's hate that). But, my mood swings have gotten out of control. Or is there anything that I can do without medication to help me? I have 2 children (a 9 month old & a 4 year old)& a fiance. I feel it's unfair to them to be treated this way. Please... any advice would help. Thanks.
2007-08-20 10:03:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
You should see a psychiatrist. Some family doctors will issue the meds, but a psych would be better. One problem I have is structure in my life. Get up and go to bed at regular times (as much as possible with babies in the house). Schedule meals and keep them on schedule.
If you can't afford a private psych, there should be a clinic in your town. Mental health clinics often go on a sliding scale based on income levels.
It's important to remember that during treatment, it could take several years to get the right combination of drugs. At 3 years, one drug has been eliminated and I've been introduced to another. Certain drugs can have side affects such as hypo or hyperthyroidism, thinning blood, seizures, elevated cholesterol levels, lower iron levels, etc. You will definitely need to tell the doctor what meds you are already on and what medical conditions you have. Depending on the drug, you will be prohibited from donating blood. You will also need to go for regular blood work to check things like Depakote, Lithium, thyroid levels, etc., depending on what drug or drugs you are taking. Good luck.
2007-08-20 10:22:19 · answer #1 · answered by Sunny 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
bi-polar is once you have severe emotional highs, and severe emotional lows. The lows will final everywhere from one million day to numerous days. The emotional highs will final with regard to the comparable length of time. additionally a individual with Bi-Polar disease could have bouts of happiness with a speedy bout of unhappiness. it may well be like somebody turning on and stale a mild swap. sure the temper differences ought to be and intensely some the time are like getting an emotional gentle switched to the satisfied place then switched to the sorrowful place.
2016-10-08 22:12:22 · answer #2 · answered by chen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only a doctor can make a proper diagnosis. Tell him or her all of your symptoms and concerns. The most effective treatment of bipolar disorder is a combination of talk-therapy and medication. If you choose not to take medication, talk-therapy can still be a very effective treatment. But it is wise of you to seek treatment for your own sake and your family's.
2007-08-20 10:26:41 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe your friend's mother can help you find a good doctor. You don't have to worry about telling the doctor. After you get evaluated the doctor will know what to do. Just answer the questions as open and as honest as you can. Good Luck
2007-08-20 10:14:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
For everyones sake, and especially yours, I would simply mention to the dr that you have this this and this, and is it called being bi-polar. Its not uncommon in this day and age for patients to pre-diagnose themselves, in fact, I would say 50+ % of them do, and probably lots more than that.
Emotional instability is hard on everyone but mostly on you.
2007-08-20 10:12:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make an appointment with a psychiatrist and tell him of your suspicions, based on what that nurse told you.
The psyche doc will evaluate you, and then he or she will prescribe meds if you need them.
2007-08-20 10:12:16 · answer #6 · answered by scruffycat 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you want to do some on-line research to help you in the quest to find your answers. Then you can provide it to your doctor.
Have clear well draw out thoughts on paper.
2007-08-20 10:23:09 · answer #7 · answered by vsayre 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say it just like that.
I don't want to self- diagnose myself. I would like your help in determining whether or not I am bi-polar.
2007-08-20 10:13:09 · answer #8 · answered by Just Gone 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Make an appointment with a psychiatrist and tell him/her exactly what you've said here.
Best of luck to you,
~M~
2007-08-20 10:09:53 · answer #9 · answered by michele 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, you go to a psych doc
then THEY TELL YOU that you are Bipolar
you don't tell them, they tell you
2007-08-20 10:22:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋