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[tonalchemy]

One of my diagnoses is PTSD from the age of 9 months (65 now). I have been on antidepressants on and off for at least 35 years. I've been on just about all the major antidepressants and sleep aids. Currently on Zoloft which does help.

[XoxoFaith]

Hi and welcome

[Agora1]

Hi tonalchemy, Welcome to this comforting site. You were diagnosed with PTSD

at 9 months old? I didn't think that would be possible. I am so very sorry. Something

very traumatic must have happened to you then that kept your depression on going.

I'm glad you are here with us. We are here for each other because we care and we

understand. Whenever you feel up to it, we are only a message away. xx

[tonalchemy in reply to Agora1]

Hi. Actually I'm not sure the diagnosis existed in 1955, but I had a tracheotomy, which is considered one of if not the most invasive surgery. I was diagnosed with PTSD much, much later. Thank you for your message, Agora1. It is much appreciated.

[kenster1]

hi and a warm welcome to you hopefully the forum plays a part in you being able to manage your issues.all the best to you.

[tonalchemy in reply to kenster1]

Thank you for the welcome. I'm hoping to find friendship and camaraderie and at least find some kinship.

[Hidden]

I have. pTSD. May I ask you ,why from 9 months old?

[tonalchemy in reply to Hidden]

I had a tracheotomy for chronic bronchitis when I couldn't breathe any more at the age of 9 months. That's where the PTSD comes from.

[Hidden in reply to tonalchemy]

Oh so sorry a friend of mine had that too, at 4 years old. Do you still get bronchitis now, or are you scared your going to get it❤️

[tonalchemy in reply to Hidden]

I stopped getting bouts of bronchitis at about 15yo. Had only had a couple of mild cases after one year old or so. Ice tents. My respiratory system is a little bit worn out. I'm in the middle of quitting smoking so that will help. Yay me!

[Hidden in reply to tonalchemy]

Yes ,ya you. A person who has respiratory problems, or even not should not smoke. . Good job, keep it up❤️

[tonalchemy in reply to Hidden]

Thanks! Just got to fight off all of the attacks of "god, do I need a cigarette!" I try to remember that having a smoke always leaves me feeling at least a tiny bit...*awful* after a smoke. The allure of a smoke is a hard set of behaviors to modify.

Thank you for acknowledging my personal battle. ~ Daniel

[Phillyman]

Zoloft is very helpful. Do not skip a dose. The stuff give you mine zapping and headaches if you miss a dose. It’s very subtle. The only thing is sometimes I can’t cry when I want to. I recommend it overall

[tonalchemy in reply to Phillyman]

Thank you. I've never experienced that with Zoloft but had with medications in the past, I don't recall which.

[Dolphin14]

Welcome to the group. I'm sure you will find great support here.

[tonalchemy in reply to Dolphin14]

Thank you so much for the welcome. I plan to use the support options here liberally!

[Dolphin14 in reply to tonalchemy]

That's great. We are all here for each other.

Dive right in

[Poodie]

Hi tobalchemy,

Welcome to this group. I hope you find it helpful and comforting.

[tonalchemy]

Thank you for your welcome. It is much appreciated.