Thread: Please need advice....................

Went Ob/Gyn today-women probls. of course.

I have been taken off of Prem Pro and Paxil. Now, we're trying something called Effex???? that's the way it's spelled on the rx. I haven't had this filled, yet.

Has anyone ever taken this??? What are the side effects? I've looked it up and can't find it. I'm not sure if she mispelled it or if it's listed under another name.

I'm getting desperate here!!!! We've tried everything. My last hope is a hysterectomy which I'm not oposed to but, not looking forward to.

Also, she suggested I see a phys. could be a chemical imbalance in my body.

In short-the last 4 years my body has been thru a lot. Major car wreck, plastic reconstruction, p/t, lots of meds., hair has become grayer, loss of appetite, weight loss, dark spots on skin.

I have been tested for low/high thyroid, depression, manic-depression, menopause-getting close, gallbladder, kidney problems, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Lyme's Desease. None of which I test positive for.

I'm beginning to think I'm losing my mind. Drastic mood swings, crying, listless, little sleep.

I'm really asking for help here. I don't really talk about it and keep it to myself. For fear that people will laugh, think I'm lazy, not willing. What ever I had before I just don't have anymore.

I'm not sure about the age thing. I just turned 40 2 weeks ago. This started shortly after my accident and I still am not the same.

I'm still on pain meds. daily (will probably be for the rest of my life). Need more reconstruction but, that's my choice. I have no "gapping holes, wounds, not strange to look at"

TIA-any help is greatly appriciated. I'm not sure what to do anymore.

Aggie's understanding and tries the best he can. Not demanding, doesn't ask for anything, he'll do whatever I ask.

I just don't have "it" in me anymore.

On a good note: Found out that I'm a good candidate for breast reduction. Made appt. for July. I can't wait for that one. I've wanted one for years. It should all be paid by ins. (medical problems).

So, maybe if I have that done I can finally buy the size clothes I really wear. Instead of 2 sizes larger to go over the "bumps". LOL

I think a couple letters were left off.....

http://www.effexor.com/

((((MEL!))) I was on Effexor, still am. Getting off it though. PM me if you have certain questions...I don't wanna post my whole life story for all to see.

hotwheels, if you need to get the hysterectomy it's not a bad operation! I had to have one 3 years ago because of some problems I had. Best decision I ever made! There are a couple of options on how they do the surgery as well. I had the non-invasive kind (no cutting).

Please feel free to PM me or email me anytime...I'd be more than happy to share my experience and what I know about the whole thing with you!!

I also have some similar problems to what you're describing about not having "it" anymore...I sure know how you're feeling. I've been tested for everything too. Was on medication, but am not any longer.

Sending good vibes and {{{{{bighugs}}}}} your way!

No advice, just hugs (((hotwheelstx)))

yes.....i think the script label didnt print right....effexor is probably it.....im headed to be now but will think on this and get back to you tomorrow.....

could you be perimenopausal... This lasted for me for almost 5 years and it was worse than the actual menopause (with the exception of the hot flashes I now get.)

I was severely depressed...had tremendous PMS...mood swings, etc. I was so sad and I had absolutely no reason to be. My life was great! I had no energy.

Just a thought...

I've taken effexor and though the 75 mg. helped for awhile, I had to go up to 150mg.. The only side effects I ever noticed is that when I first went on it (a couple of days) I got sharp pains in my head from time to time and had a dull aching headache for a few days.

how are you today mel?

I suffer from major depression and take 300mgs of Effexor a day. Love it. Couldn't live without it. Just keep in mind that because I do well on it, doesn't mean that you will. I had a very hard time on Prozac which is why I was put on Effexor.

Try it. If you don't feel better in about 6 weeks then you know enough to complain to your doctor. Your symptoms sound like depression to me. Or at the least, major stress. And stress shows itself in so many ways. I had chronic headaches and stomach problems. It's amazing what happens when you start putting the right drugs in your system. The new research is that women who are suffering from PMS and hot flashes should be using anti-depressants.

I personally think they should put anti-depressants in the water system. Then we would all feel alot better.