New DX's For Me .........

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Registered: 03-26-2003
New DX's For Me .........
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Mon, 01-30-2006 - 8:56pm

Well I had a session with dr #1 today. We went through some more questioning and at this point he is leaning on BPD, GAD & a milder form of PSTD. The only thing that makes it milder is that I am not haunted, for lack of a better word, by the memories but they disturb me greatly in the other ways that are associated with PSTD. He is still thinking BP is very unlikely even though there a few things that are classic such a racing thoughts but there aren't enough markers to warrant that dx as of right now. It may come back as we dig deeper.

I've also told him about Jane and so he gave me some names of psychiatrists that I will try calling in the morning. He also told me that in his experience it is very rare for a dr to rx lamictal in combination with lithium. Normally that isn't seen.

I've heard nothing back from Jane and I left her a message last night. If I hear nothing I'll leave her another and so help me if I have to call her a 3rd time.

We really like dr #1 so we are going to stick with him. For the time being I am also going to put off the psychiatric testing. I'll do it later if it seems necessary but right now we're on a very good track. I'm very happy with the way things are going.

Hugs
Danielle

Hugs & Positive Thoughts Always,

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Registered: 01-17-2001
Tue, 01-31-2006 - 10:23pm

Danielle,


You really don't have anything to lose.. so why not go through it and get it over with. It might give you some more

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Tue, 01-31-2006 - 10:37pm

Danielle, get the psych eval.

Sheri Ann

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Tue, 01-31-2006 - 11:13pm

It is 3 - 4 hrs, My appt is from 9am to 1pm

I honestly think I'm going to skip it now since my current therapist doesn't think it's necessary now. He feels he's getting enough out of me to make a good judgment but that if it he deems it necessary at a later point we will do it. I'm going to sleep on it.

Hugs & Positive Thoughts Always,

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Registered: 12-05-2005
Wed, 02-01-2006 - 7:29am

((Oh Danielle!!))
You are more then welcome and what I whatI said was True, This might seem like a hard jounry,but in the end you will have come out on top and it allof this would have paid off, not that I wish any of those stresful confussing moment on anyone ,but like I said you are strong and boy the stories you will have to tell in this adventure. if you don't mind me calling it that, because getting the best pdoc to fit you and your needs is what it is all about! right? well anyway I know you will be fine and hey write out like an interveiw sheet,I know it may sound silly,but hey you are hiring them right! well maybe alittle astream, but aleast you can see what kind of plan they wood like to see work with you,the goal? I feel the more the Questions the more infor to make sure you get the best you deserve. It sounds like you have some time. and write down what you would like to have from them, I don't think it could hurt? I would hope it would help in the process of your adventure in having the best plan for you and your well being, Anyway I wish you luck and hang in there. The light at the end of the tunnel is not far, I know you can see it.

Sorry for such a long winded note. I will keep you in my thoughs and please let me know how things are going. Take care and hang in there. TTYS

Lynn

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Wed, 02-01-2006 - 10:15am

Thanks Lynn.

I'm happy with Brian thus far. I like that he is down to earth, easy to talk to and that he includes dh in this process. I know it is my therapy but I think it's important not just for dh's input but for us as a couple. All of this affects us both. Thankfully we have a strong relationship, We've been together a very long time, highschool sweethearts which is rare these days. Together 14yrs & married for 9.

Well now just to decide if I'm going to do that testing tomorrow. A friend of mine had a dd that went through it and she told me if my heart is not in it that I should not do it because I need to be totally forthcoming and if I can't do that there is no point. Ugh, What to do?

Hugs
Danielle

Hugs & Positive Thoughts Always,

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Registered: 04-07-2003
Thu, 02-02-2006 - 12:04am
Danielle GOOD LUCK with whatever you decide to do
about the testing!! Sometimes it is hard to see the forest
through the trees!!! I am glad you finally found a Doc that
you like and feel comfortable with--- that is VERY important!!
Take care! Judy
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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 02-02-2006 - 12:06am

I think I'm in the Jungle Judy, lmbo

Thanks for your support. Things have a way of working themselves out.

Hugs
Danielle

Hugs & Positive Thoughts Always,

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Registered: 12-05-2005
Thu, 02-02-2006 - 7:58am

(((Danielle)),
You know we are all behind you and if we could we would be in front of you helping you to do what ever you decided to do. Do what you feel in your heart, Yours seems to be a good heart. so follow it and what ever You decide It will be right for you. At least that is the way I deal with alot of things or get a piece of paper and on one side put Pro's and the other Con's and see which one out weights the other, that too helps on some things for me.
I know There is no easily answer,but you will do what is right for you and that is all that matters. Know you are always in my thoughts and prayers.

HAGD
Lynn

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 02-02-2006 - 9:31am

Thank you very much for your support Lynn.

Hugs
Danielle

Hugs & Positive Thoughts Always,

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