Mood Disorder or Depression

[justsomeone]

That is what my psychiatrist says ? He is not sure about his diagnosis just yet having seen me only three times. I wanted to ask people on this news group if they can give me their opinions because the medication that I receive will depend on the diagnosis. I am working with my family physician also but he is not sure himself. I understand that most of us are not doctors and cannot give medical advice but if someone can share their experiences maybe it will give me a better idea as to whats wrong with me.

So here is my story I find my self easily get down on my moods and my mood stays down sometimes for several days at a time. People coughing in my direction easily puts me down. I have been told that my depression is bipolar and irritable depression. Rarely I have a good day mostly and easily the bad days are more frequent. I have tried many anti depressants in the past but none of them have any long term good effects meaning. Mood stabilizers are a different type of med which I have never taken. I am now taking 600 mg of Seroquel an antipsychotic med and at that high level becomes a mood stabilizer but I have yet to feel the effects of it. I have also been told that I am a paranoid or delusional also hence the Seroquel.

Can anyone share if they also been diagnosed with a Bipolar Depression or with a Mood Disorder ? I believe that its more over Bipolar/Mood Disorder then anything else.

 

[Always Changing]

If you can, read the information on the "stickys" in this (bipolar section)you may find the information there to be helpful.

Other members stories\ queries can be helpful to read also.

Hope you find the right medication soon.

 

[Retired]

I wanted to ask people on this news group if they can give me their opinions because the medication that I receive will depend on the diagnosis

Sometimes it requires several visits with a specialist, particularly in psychiatry to make a definitive diagnosis. Tests, interviews and your response to medications all provide input to rule out some conditions and eventually come to a diagnosis.

It has nothing to do with uncertainty, but more to do with being thorough and professional.

As you quite rightly state, we are not doctors, and cannot diagnose on the Psychlinks Forum.

And yes, your doctor will be able to offer treatment options once a conclusive diagnosis is made, based on your tests, interviews and medical history...information available only to your own doctor.

There is no "one medication fits all" in psychiatry, and sometimes to find a successful treatment for you needs trial and error over a period of time. This is where your patience will pay off, because as your doctor can rule out compounds that may not suit you, eventually you will find the compound that works with your particular brain chemistry.

Do have a look at the various Psychlinks sections of depression and mood disorders and feel free to join in any ongoing discussion.

 

[Andy]

Hey justsomeone,

There is no one here that can give you an answer on what you may or may not have. I am not saying that to be unsupportive at all.

I have bipolar. For some people a diagnosis is easy. Doctors know fairly quick. Some people do not get any kind of diagnosis for years. I have had many past diagnosis before I got diagnosed with the ones I have now. It's something you have to be patient with. I am glad you are taking medication to help. I agree with TSOW. Being on any type of psychiatric drug does not have to fit the diagnosis.

All I can say is that you keep attending your Dr.s appointments and continue with the treaments they have set up for you, and be patient. I know it's frustrating. :support:

 

[justsomeone]

That's alright but I do appreciate the replies by all everyone. JS