Ptsd

[deer_in_headlights]

Good luck, Barry!

I'll be thinking of you, and cheering you on!
This is a really good and positive step.

I hope they pick the best meds for you, first try! Sometimes it takes several trial runs of different medications to get just the right fit, and they might need to be readjusted from time to time, as your body adjusts to them. Some your body might "like", others might be rather "icky". Just let your doctor know if you have unwanted side-effects, and you'll hopefully find a good match of prescriptions and dosages that will be helpful.

I also did a sleep test, which turned out to be very useful. They wanted to see what type of sleep disturbances I had, and so I went overnight to sleep in a sleep lab at the hospital. Out of that came a couple of prescriptions that helped for a long while. I was glad I did that. Plus, the Dr. was really nice and taught me a few things that I could try to help my sleep.

Wishing you a great appointment on Thursday!
Good luck!
Deer

 

[shadowchaser]

Something my great grandfather said to me when I was six. It might help you now. I know it gives me courage on my worst days.

Some people go threw life safe. Nothing challenges them physically, mentally, or spiritualy. Those people die safe in their beds but they are no different in their passing then they were at their birth. You are not a safe life. Your road has no soft moss on it and your feet will bleed many times as you travel it.

Don't give up. Even if your dreams become unrested keep dreaming. You will not be the same as your birth when the day comes for the great spirit to cary you home. Only those people like you who have seen the rage of the earth will truely know the peace of the sky.

I think this was his way of letting me know he knew and understood what was happening. He died 2days after saying this to me. It was litterally his last words o me. Threw everything I've been threw and all the sleepless nights somehow it always comforted me. I hope it can do the same for you.

 

[barry]

To
Shadowchaser
What can i say i could of not written it any better.This has touched me so much after i read it. Thankyou very much.For your kind words
Bye
Barry

 

[barry]

Hello
Dear in headlights
Nice to hear from you i will take on board what you have said.Will let you know how i get on at doctors on thursday.Once agian thank you for kind words and support
Take care
Barry

 

[shadowchaser]

I'm glad I could help.

 

[Froggie]

""I also did a sleep test, which turned out to be very useful. They wanted to see what type of sleep disturbances I had, and so I went overnight to sleep in a sleep lab at the hospital. Out of that came a couple of prescriptions that helped for a long while. I was glad I did that. Plus, the Dr. was really nice and taught me a few things that I could try to help my sleep.""

Hi DIH, I would like to know more about this sleep lab experience, was it your GP or your T that sent you there ?

 

[barry]

Dear in headlights
Hello again
Just to let you know i have been put on anti-depressants and sleepind tablets and beta blockers.
Was a bit on edge and worried when put on three kind of medication. But doctor was so kind and helpful explaining it to me.
So we will see how it goes
Take care
Barry

 

[barry]

Hi froggie
Thanks for your reply
Sure you will get an answer soon About sleep lab cant help much with that but plenty of nice people,
On this site only to willing to help
Keep posting
Barry

 

[deer_in_headlights]

Hi Barry!

I've been wondering about your appointment and what medications your doctor was going to put you on, thank you for letting me know! All of them sound like a good idea, and I hope you do very well on them! I'm thrilled for you that you are advancing in your healing journey. I know medication can provide good support while you find your footing again through therapy.

It's imperative that you get sleep, and if you need meeds for that, they really can help. Same for the anxiety and depression.
Please keep posting,
We care!

 

[deer_in_headlights]

Hi Froggie,

Therapist and Doctor both were involved in sending me.

My Therapist was the first one to tell me, emphatically, that I needed to have the sleep test done. He was so insistent, that I quickly went to my doctor, and told her about my sleep problems, and what my therapist had said. She agreed, and the doctor's office made a referral to the pulmonologist (sleep specialist) so that I could get in right away. I had done my homework, and knew which Dr. I wanted to see, so they graciously made the appointment with him. (I believe I could have referred myself, but this way it was quicker and my insurance had a good paper trail about the legitimate need.)

The sleep lab was fascinating. I'll tell you more, can't finish just this moment. Barry, do you want me to continue this in your thread? I can start a new on if you would prefer, or finish this in one more post, here...

 

[barry]

Hi
Dear in headlights
Im ok for you to post hear as long as the member gets the infomation.
Thankyou for your kind reply
Take care
Barry

 

[deer_in_headlights]

Hi Barry!

(I'm not sure if Froggie is watching this thread, so I guess I'll just PM her about the sleep lab.)

I hope you're beginning to get more sleep, and starting to feel a little better...
I noticed you posted in the medications section, so I'll go over to see.
You should be very proud of yourself for the wonderful work you're doing and your determination to heal!
It is a joy having you here..

Best wishes,
Deer