My psychiatrist just changed my meds and I will be starting Lamictal and Viibryd. I am already taking Lithium and several vitamins. I’m at my lowest ever. Does it get better or am I destined to always feel this way?
Bipolar Disorder - I have bipolar and I am feeling so hopeless.
Question posted by Coolteach2014 on 16 Feb 2021
Last updated on 1 March 2021
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WildcatVet
27 Feb 2021
Hi, Cool!
No, you aren't destined to feel this way forever! It does take time to find the most effective combination of medications and that can be frustrating but it is what it is.
I was diagnosed with Bipolar ll with comorbid anxiety disorders and tried many meds but I have to say that I now feel better than I've felt my entire life.
lisa has a good point... a complete blood analysis including thyroid levels, Vitamin D, and a test for anemia is in order. You probably already do blood work for your lithium level, right?
Don't despair... you will find your combination and you will feel better!
lisagayr
27 Feb 2021
Have you ever had blood work done to check for magnesium deficiency? This was causing my depression and anxiety. Find a doctor who will help you find out why you have bipolar. Research magnesium deficiency and its symptoms online and a good book is The Magnesium Miracle by Dr. Carolyn Dean. Hope this helps! Hang in there and there is hope!
TyreseTl
27 Feb 2021
I concur. but getting a blood test for magnesium deficiency, you won’t get an accurate result. Since your only measuring 1 or 2 percent of what your magnesium count should be. A urine test should be better, since the kidney excrete then re-absorb magnesium. But urine magnesium test are not easily available.
lisagayr
28 Feb 2021
I am currently working on building my magnesium back up in my body, and you are right, the serum magnesium test does not tell you much. I get the RBC magnesium test every 3-6 months and this will let me know how much magnesium is in my red blood cells. You can get these done from walkinlab.com. My magnesium is gradually building back up and my anxiety and depression almost gone.
TyreseTl
1 March 2021
What form of magnesium do you use? Glycinate or Citrate? I want to try magnesium for bloating and constipation. I heard it’s really good.
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