Updates

I have struggled the last few weeks and realize that the depression is coming back.

I did start the new therapy with Dr. Truitt's Neurodiagnostic Lab- called frequency specific microcurrent. It is run with varying protocols, like for pain from fibromyalgia, adrenal support, adrenal calming, depression, sleep, etc. and I am pleasantly surprised to say it has cut my pain almost in half at least. But despite the pain reduction, the slippery slope of depression has begun. I was referred to a private TMS doctor in town who called me back and will set up a screening appointment this week and says I am welcome to get maintenance treatment with him beginning November 15th. I am seriously considering taking Pristiq for these 2-3 weeks but just cannot make a decision. My symptoms are hypersomnulence but also trouble sleeping all night, last week I cried a lot - the type of crying that washes my brain in depression and leaves me more depressed after crying - not the welcome release I was having before. I also cannot concentrate, I have a flat affect despite exciting things - like meeting my long awaited pen pal friend just back from Baghdad, Iraq. YEA! Thank God he got back to his kids safely, I am eternally grateful for his service and to God for protecting him.

Still undecided about treatment...going to just try the praying, keep thinking positively route until other details come up.

Take care, Marian