Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I'm still struggling with severe depression and anxiety. Been hospitalized several times, and it is better but still a struggle. They are still adjusting drugs, and I think that's part of this. And now my throat and head hurt. I feel dizzy and weak and feverish/ chills. Blech. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I'm still struggling with severe depression and anxiety. Been hospitalized several times, and it is better but still a struggle. They are still adjusting drugs, and I think that's part of this. And now my throat and head hurt. I feel dizzy and weak and feverish/ chills. Blech. Hugs, big hugs. Glad you are getting a little better! Keep fighting ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 (Hugs) I'm sorry you're struggling. Being sick on top of it is hard too. Can you take today off from your responsibilities to try to rest? Maybe immerse yourself in something that may make you feel good, like a book or movie, a fun game, exercise, or music? I hope today is gentle on you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 Yeah, I don't feel like I have much choice except to rest. Even sitting up makes everything spin. I really do feel awful physically on top of everything. May try to get to dr for a strep or flu test. And maybe get Popsicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 ((((Hugs))))) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Terabith - so sorry you're still struggling. :grouphug: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 Dr says either strep or sinus infection. Feverish and high pulse. Prescribing antibiotic and steroid and wants me to go to bed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RioSamba Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I'm so sorry to hear this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Acadie Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 That's how I felt with a sinus infection--just awful! Hydrate like crazy. Even with antibiotics, your body needs lots of fluids to clear a sinus infection. I'm sorry you have this on top of med adjustments. Please know you will physically feel a zillion times better after your body has had time to fight off this infection, and that will bring an emotional boost as well. Sending you good healing energy, Amy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 He wasn't sure if it was sinus or strep but said antibiotic would cover both. He said bed was most important. Every time I sit up, things start spinning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 (edited) You are really having a cruddy time of it right now :-( but thank you for checking in, as I know I am not the only one here keeping you in our thoughts and wanting to hear from you. Wish there was something we could do to help you besides say hang in there, don't give up, you have not always been sunk in a depression and eventually you will come out of this one. Med tweaking takes time - right now your physical well being has to take priority (brain meds may not be as helpful when rest of body is sick) so just take those antibiotics, ginger ale, chicken soup, binge on Gilmore Girls and rag on how spoiled some of those characters are. My bipolar etc. son is still tweaking meds (almost three years now - his ups and downs seem less severe), our "thing" now is watching episodes of House-hunters International and ragging on folks who want 3 bed/2 bath open floor plan, American size fridge, large yard, for a pittance in the middle of an old historic city center in Europe. Oh, and a 10 minute commute to work, and walking to shops. He watched a couple episodes with me before curling up back in bed in the dark (is he humoring me?) and that is about all the social interaction he can tolerate at the moment. If my hubby tells my adult son one more time to just go outside and take a walk I think son will explode. Hope your family "gets" it that you are really ill (and not just strep). Momma Terabith needs some pampering (chocolate! Can we send you chocolate?). Edited December 3, 2016 by JFSinIL 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 Is it bad I don't feel up for television? Or chocolate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mellifera33 Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Sending lots of good thoughts your way. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I'm so sorry that you're so miserable. Do what you can to take care of yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TranquilMind Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Hope you feel better quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Kate Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Continuing to pray for you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 (hugs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Is it bad I don't feel up for television? Or chocolate? No, sounds like where my 25-yr-old son is at. I think he is only emerging to watch a couple shows with me to keep ME happy. He stopped watching My Little Pony (yes, a Brony) which tells me he is really feeling bad. Or feeling so bad he "feels nothing at all". :-( Sorry you are in the same state (and have strep or sinus infection on top of it). But keep posting here daily to check in. It can be (for us) the equivalent of my son emerging from his room once a day to check in. We care, and we are going to wait out this depression and anxiety WITH you. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minerva Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 hugs and good thoughts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Being sick makes everything feel harder, and I hope you adjust well to your current meds. Big hugs and thank you for the update. We are all still cheering to you and praying for you here :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 Blech. My hair and eyes hurt. I feel queasy. Shivering. I think I may be dying. But afraid I'm not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelle in MO Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I'm so sorry that you're feeling awful! Do you think a decongestant would help w/the dizziness--maybe it's related to fluid buildup? That's what helped me. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El... Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Oooof, that sounds awful! I hope that antibiotic kicks in by tomorrow morning! Get some rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 3, 2016 Author Share Posted December 3, 2016 I've been taking a decongestant. He prescribed a steroid thinking dizziness might be inner ears. But since it could be so many other things and side effects, was going to hold off on steroid for a few days. Mostly just tired and weak and feel pathetic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbi in Texas Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 Hope you're feeling better soon. Too bad they didn't give you an injection to feel better sooner. Hang in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I am so sorry you feel this way. I don't have practical advice but let your family help you and care for you. (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I have several friends and a family member who have had a virus with your symptoms. You Will get better but it will take time. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThisIsTheDay Posted December 3, 2016 Share Posted December 3, 2016 I'm so sorry. :( :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelle in MO Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 I've been taking a decongestant. He prescribed a steroid thinking dizziness might be inner ears. But since it could be so many other things and side effects, was going to hold off on steroid for a few days. Mostly just tired and weak and feel pathetic. Oh, good! I hope it helps really soon! I know you are so frustrated. Hang in there! You're loved and wished the very best! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Trying to decide I I should attempt to get out of bed for awhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YaelAldrich Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Trying to decide I I should attempt to get out of bed for awhile. Do try, but don't beat yourself up if you can't stay up and around. Your body needs to conserve its energy. Hoping for healing in all spheres soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Yeah. Didn't last long. Sitting up makes me me feel dizzy and weak and faint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Innisfree Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 I'm so sorry you're feeling awful. Sounds like the doctor was right to recommend resting in bed. I hope you feel better soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 :grouphug: :grouphug: I hope you feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PollyOR Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 (edited) I'm glad you have antibiotics and that your doctor is working with you. Is it possible that one of the meds is causing blood pressure problems? Just a thought as that has happened with one of my daughters. Sending you a big hug! A year ago the doctor wanted to put my daughter in the hospital and she and DH asked for plan B. The doctor added a mood stabilizer. It helps but now she sleeps all the time. She can easily sleep 12 hours a day. There are pros and cons to everything, right? We've figured out the best times for her to take her meds, but occasionally she gets lax and then goes through a couple of bad days. It's a learning experience. This whole tweaking thing can be exhausting when you are probably already feeling like you have no energy. My heart goes out to you. :grouphug: Edited December 4, 2016 by PollyOR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 My blood pressure has always been super variable, especially under stress like being at the dr. I don't think I can make it to church. Feel way too sick. Sigh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Mousie Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Hang in there, Terabith. :grouphug: Have you been able to eat anything? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Yeah. I've been eating Popsicles. Had a smoothie and mashed potatoes. Stomach is ok as long as I am mostly horizontal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Terabith, hugs and empathy. Would audiobooks help keep your mind busy and provide relief for when you are not sleeping? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Maybe? Mostly sleeping. But then, is that fever/ flu or depression? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Aw. I had a nasty thing this week too. Finally starting to come out the other side. I hope you feel less awful soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 I'm starting to feel like I might die. And I don't even care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Innisfree Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 (((Terabith))) Might it be a good idea to check in with your doctor? I hope your family is around and showing you that they care. Do they know how bad you feel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 :(. If you feel suicidal, make sure you call your doctor. If you're just super dooper pooper sick, consider the meds may not be working. Maybe start the steroid if you haven't already. Consider seeing a walk in clinic if you've been on the antibiotics for a couple days with no improvement. Try to get some nutrition to keep up your energy. Hang in there! We're all rooting for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 ETA - yes, now is the time to call in the support troops to help you or just be near you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terabith Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 Not suicidal. Just super sick. I am depressed, and crud is making it worse. Family is helpful. If I still feel this bad tomorrow, may go back. But my understanding is it may just take time. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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