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Mar 27, 2019 8:15:28 GMT -5
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Post by Jedi on Mar 27, 2019 8:15:28 GMT -5
Monday, I had the redetermination part of the process. The Doctor tests what strength you respond at by doing tests with the TMS helmet. So I can go down in power. I respond to a lower power now which I was told is a really good sign. It means there is activity in the part of the brain they are stimulating. CCB is noticing little changes. I'm not sleeping as much. I'm more talkative and animated on my radio show. I have a bit more energy. The one thing I do notice is that I have trouble falling asleep now. I have no idea if it's the TMS though. I'm still taking my medication as prescribed. I think with the TMS, I might be becoming over-medicated. That may be what is keeping me from falling asleep.
All in all, I think the TMS is helping. It's nice to know that something helps.
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Apr 25, 2019 2:55:40 GMT -5
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Post by Jedi on Apr 25, 2019 2:55:40 GMT -5
I'm sorry for not updating sooner. I was in a bit of a downward depressive spiral. I plateaued or so that is what the TMS pdoc and techs have said. I was really down in the dumps and really feeling low. It lasted a while too. I have come out on the other side of that now though. I have started to become more productive as well. Things are still a struggle here from time to time but I'm ok. I feel more positive and optimistic. The struggles don't seem to be as futile as they once were. I'm having more fun and feeling less down.
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Apr 27, 2019 3:59:53 GMT -5
Post by Fern on Apr 27, 2019 3:59:53 GMT -5
I was really worried about you there for a bit, but I see how much your mood and general outlook have changed. You're even more positive and motivated than you were before the downward spiral started. Good job hanging in there and continuing the TMS even though you felt like crap. Well done, my friend!
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May 15, 2019 0:57:11 GMT -5
Post by lena on May 15, 2019 0:57:11 GMT -5
I'm so happy that you are better able to manage your depression and are feeling positive and more productive. You said in one of your posts that you maybe over medicated; i think maybe consult with your doc to reevaluate your med dosages. You've done brilliantly and I am so happy to see you more talkative in chat. Jedi, i am so proud that you've stuck with it. Thanks for keeping us in the loop. Love and hugs lena
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Jul 29, 2019 13:27:28 GMT -5
Post by Jedi on Jul 29, 2019 13:27:28 GMT -5
Well I'm finally getting to the last 3 treatments of my TMS (hopefully if my rides show up). Everyone thinks it has helped. But......not enough to come off meds. I'll keep an update.
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Aug 13, 2019 0:08:21 GMT -5
Post by Jedi on Aug 13, 2019 0:08:21 GMT -5
I finished all 36 treatments and now just go for follow ups. I can get re-treatment if I need it. All in all, I think this did something good. I would recommend it to others with medication resistant depression.
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