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My pdoc changed my meds several months ago and I've been more stable then I have been in years...so far. The symtoms are still there, I still get down and I still have my manic days, but they are harder to define now...some how more distant and easier to cope with on a daily basis. To be honest that all I can really ask for.
I still worry every day that the next I might slip back down or spin out of control, but so far I haven't and I'm happy with that.

Yes there are lots - when I was lithium I was so stable. They took me off of it though due to a reaction I had while on it, though I am still having that reaction so I am not exactly sure it has to do with lithium? Also something to look at is do you have other conditions with bipolar as well? Some may need more than just medications & maybe a lot of therapy.. Just depends on the person.

I don't know as you would call it "remission" but my pdoc changed my meds in June and I feel good on them. Not flat and emotionless any more yet the emotions are contained and don't run my life if that makes sense. Seroquel is the best thing since sliced bread for me. It has worked wonders. I am able now to deal with things I could not before because my emotions were blunted by the other medication. I am making progress in my life and setting boundaries. I also go to therapy once a week or every other week to help me out. My therapist is really good. I would say that I am stable for now. Sure I've been depressed about having to set boundaries and such with people I care about but in order for me to get better I had to set the boundaries. It's just a change in my life I have to get used to. So I guess the short answer to your question is yes there can be stability although I don't know as I'd call it "remission". All I know is I feel like I am making progress little by little.

Yes I'm feeling pretty good lately I think I have my med's to thank for that! I'm glad your doing well also thats good to hear!

I wouldn't say that I am in remission, but I am doing quite well. I have a personality disorder that I struggle with and very fragile self esteem. But my function is quite excellent.

Disclaimer: This post is not grammatically correct and I don't care.

Im on the right meds for ME..... NO MEDS.

You posted the other day asking peole what they did to get on the right track.... dispite my positive outlook I guess it didnt ring out for you.

Remission just doesnt work with this disorder. I was good.... for a few years, now dealing with some remerging symptoms, but Im still confident Im doing the right thing, and suffering well.

Besides... didnt you post a bit back that your not BP..... with a sigh of relief?

i have been on many diff meds over the past 21 years since dx,i have been fully functionaly w/my job of 30 years,i have raised a beautiful son(on my own)who's almost 31years old,i own my own home and maintain it by myself!all these things(positives)along with being sober for over 22years!so ya we all have ups and downs and that(bipolar) is what it is.life has been a rollarcoaster for the past 3 yrs b/c of family issues but for the most part i am doing well.((hugs))

Stable as I ever will be which if not a whole hell of a lot

Good morning. Yes our illness is painful in so many ways. I have fought it my whole adult life. I take my meds daily. I have my sunny and cloudy days but no storms. I have my issues, but I deal with them. Stay strong and you will have more sunny days.

Ive been stable for a while...that's why i am actually starting a job. It can happen....been 5 years of hell though to get to this place and god only knows how many med changes.

I am doing okay...think the right med combo, therapy and coping skills are a must and I use the coping skills everyday. I am doing okay most days, but will always battle moments or days. Just enjoy my good one's. Stress of any kind can put me in a not good place, but am learning to handle that better. Have been diagnosed for 10 yrs, been in therapy for 14 yrs. Managed to stay out of hospiral for 6 years, went in a few months ago for 3 days. It happens and it is okay. I just do the best I can.

I don't think I'd say in remission but for the last year or so I have had a lot of days where I say to myself "Gee, my life's not bad." I still have symptoms and medication side effects but, by and large, they are tolerable. I am able to work full-time. My medication has changed very little during this time.

I think there's plenty of people who are managing their Bipolar Disorder quite well, whether with medication or without. A lot of them are here on this site.
But I don't know as I believe that a 'remission' is possible. I've never gone into one, that's for sure. That would be quite lovely, though!! I'm very happy for anyone who experiences that!!!