Mood swing

[S_dillow]

How do I get a handle on mood swings? I'm stage 3b and these things seem to come out of nowhere .one minute fine the next wham.im already on a med so I dont get it ....

[Hidden]

We don't offer a diagnosis in this community. You should select a trusted physician and ask for help and possibly a referral to a more informed physician in the mental health field.

[S_dillow in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Mr kidney I was wondering if anyone else was going through the same thing.iguess I asked the wrong question

[Hidden in reply to S_dillow]

To my knowledge, it's not from having CKD. If your mood swings are about getting a handle on having a chronic illness, then a doctor who knows your history is where you go. Even if there was someone here who had the similar mood swings the treatment would be different. Talk to your doctor.

[WinJ3]

If your mood swings aren’t a recurring problem, I wouldn’t be too concerned. On the other hand, you may have a medical condition if you switch from extremely happy to extremely depressed on a regular basis. If you have serious and frequent shifts in mood, you should tell your doctor about them. They would discuss the possible reasons for why you’re experiencing them.

Some causes of rapid changes in behavior can be related to mental health, hormones, medications, or other health conditions. My brother in law had a problem with mood swings and was diagnosis for a bipolar disorder.

[S_dillow in reply to WinJ3]

Thanks for the help I. was wondering if it was just me

[Mgt8 in reply to S_dillow]

Hi,No it's not just you. Having a chronic illness can be hard to cope with at times and you have done the right thing in reaching out. Other people feel like this and can often point you in the right direction and tell you what has worked for them.

Only YOU know how much this affects you.

I find that talking with others in the same situation helps to put things into perspective because otherwise it just goes round in my head and makes me worry.

If I felt that didn't work anymore I would aproach my GP for help.

Mental Health is high on the agenda at the moment and doctors have a big responsibility to get this right and offer further guidance.

Wishing you good health,

Mgt

[kellyscats1 in reply to Mgt8]

yes i get them also.. for a while i am quite positive.. then my mood changes. I am 73 so I see the end closer..having others who understand helps.. and i agree this is part of chronic illnesses. If it interferes with your life then professional assistance may be an optingall the best

[Kbressler NKF Peer Mentor NKF Ambassador]

Conversation with your physician is indicated.

[drmind]

It's very good that you are already taking meds. However, meds alone rarely helps depression. There is an abundance of research that shows meds plus therapy is the most effective treatment. Try to find a mental health professional who specializes working with medical patients to help you with this. Consider contacting your state's psychological association and asking for a referral for one. Also not all meds for depression/mood swings are the same. Be so Advised.

I'm sorry that you're going thru this while dealIng with CKD. It kind of robs you of interest and energy to take care of your health. Hoping and praying you find some help and enjoy some peace soon. Meantime keep us posted as you have alot of support here on this forum. Best

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[frank690 in reply to drmind]

you're quite right ---a combo of a shrink & a psychologist is said to be the answer. However to zone in to a psychologist that u can work with is the real challenge. There is no science involved-----you can go through a number of them before u settle on one-----then the shrink , 2 different ones will prescribe different meds of which some might have effects not wanting, but they don't give u for just 10 days as a trial--------so balance of costly meds paid for from your pocket are not thrown out.this whole exercise becomes a forbidden on money wise---have been there.....anyone with similar experience. This might not apply in a country that offers free medical care incl.mental care

[drmind in reply to frank690]

Soo true about finding a therapist you can work with as well as a psychiatrist that knows his meds. Not sure how to solve the problem about the expense of meds. Asking for a ten day supply probably wont work because you'll be told that it takes 4 to 6 weeks before the meds start helping (if at all.) Best suggestion is to ask friends for their suggestions. People I know have had luck locating a seasoned psychiatrist who have had lots of medication and diagnostic experience.

Friends and family are good support systems, too, as well as some church groups. Best