over it

[MrsCam]

I know it is just a low phase and I will come out the other side, as I usually do, but I am so over it right now...not feeling too great physically which makes it worse, have been alternating between freezing cold & boiling hot all day... I wish I could just escape sometimes from myself and my life... I know its not the answer but it would be so damn easy and I think a relief to just be done... have another counselling session tomorrow and we have discussed this before, that I dont need to get too stressed about the low times as I know they will pass but still it is hard...just wanted to vent to someone who would understand, I dont have much of that in my world...

[geoff]

dear Mrs. Cam, that's news you really wanted to hear, and all the best.

Do you have any time limit for this stay. L Geoff. x

[HelenM]

Dear MrsCam

I've just been reading your thread and hope you get all the help you need. It's so horrible going down that road again isn't it. I would imagine increasing your meds will help as well as the clinic.

Take care

[MrsCam]

thanks Geoff & Helen for your responses

the lady I spoke to on the phone said I can probably expect to be away from home for about 2 weeks. She said obviously once i start my treatmant the doctors will have a better idea on that but.

yes I think going back to 2 tablets each day will help also and my gp said the doctors there may want me to try a different medication

[HelenM]

Is there any chance of increasing your present med even more if necessary. I'm not saying that's what should be done. I'm just wondering if they'd perhaps try that first.

Take care

Helen

[MrsCam]

have re increased to 2 tablets a day, my doc feels there is a good chance that would be enough but he doesnt want to take any chance as we live in a remote area and if I were to have a really bad episode like I did last week he fears I would not get the help I need as quick as necessary. that is why when I told him that my counsellor, whom i chat with via video link to Perth, suggested I be admitted to Perth Clinic he was right on board with the idea. he has sent a referral outling my history and current situation and they have accepted me for admission.

[geoff]

dear Mrs. Cam, do they want you to start a new AD or another medication to relieve your anxiety and/or depression, because you will a dry out period, however when you are in the clinic this can be monitored by them. L Geoff. x

[Jo3]

Hi Mrs Cam

Wishing you all the best for your stay in hospital.  I stayed in a private hospital in Melbourne in April for two weeks.  They increased my meds to 2 tabs and did this while I was in hospital.  It was the best thing I ever did, actually thinking of going back in maybe in a few weeks time just to have another break.

You will probably do programs while in there.  I really hope you find your stay beneficial with positiveness.

Take care, looking forward to hearing how you go.

Jo xx

[MrsCam]

Hi Geoff,

not sure yet, will be speaking with the psychiatrist when I get there and he will make some recomendations re my medication then.

Thanks Jo,

yes there are a few different programs and the psychiatrist and nursing team will devise a plan for me of which ones I should participate in and when. the clinic coordinator said I can expect to be away from home for anywhere from a week to a month, tho 2 weeks is usual for a first visit...

feeling a bit anxious & nervous as this is all new to me but at the same time hopeful that it will be for the best

[--Danny--]

Hey MrsCam, I'm wishing u all the best for your treatment!! Hopefully things work out for u...good luck & best wishes!!

Danny

[MrsCam]

thanks danny

flight is all sorted for tomorrow morning so now I just have to pack my bag but that wont take too long and I literally have all night to do it as I dont expect sleep will be my friend very much tonight...

take care all