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4everyoung1
4everyoung1

Hello fibro friends,


I have been suffering with depression and anxiety for a while now.  I was only diagnosed with fibro a few years ago but think I have had it for a very long time.  I am 57 and seem to be having more mood problems.  Does anyone have any thoughts or ideas for help with medications that have helped.  Does anyone else seem to have the issue of depression and anxiety.


Thank you for being here - support is helpful in itself.  Blessings ,  PJ

wvgirl82
wvgirl82
Have you been in some kind of counseling for this? It might be good to talk to someone and see what they recommend. I took Zoloft for a long time and am now going off of it to see if I really need it. Something like that could help. There are supplements you can get at the health foods store that could help also although that stuff is so much more expensive. Also, are you getting outside and exercising? That could help release some of the depression and anxiety. I hope you find something that helps you.

Susan
Fantod
Fantod
Have you had your hormones checked? You could be having some issues with that which would be contributing to depression and anxiety.

And, counseling can be very helpful. Many of us see someone for some extra support. I think that most of us have or have had issues with depression and/or anxiety at some point or another. After all, it is pretty darn hard to manage daily living and be chronically ill.

Take care!
Ann93
Ann93
Did you know that there is genetic testing available to determine which medication is the best for your body? Chronic pain and depression/anxiety are linked together a lot. Setting small goals for yourself that you know you can accomplish is very rewarding. I hope you can get some guidance from your doctor or a counselor.
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