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Posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 10:13:06
This is the end of week two where I really am just out of my skin itchy/jumpy. I've taken three Risperdal in the last two weeks, more than I've taken in the last three months if not longer. I've upped my Klonopin. And still I'm ready to jump out of my skin.
We did get a new puppy, which might be at least partly the cause. I was talking with my husband last night. I used to have puppies around all the time. But as he so fondly reminded me, I'm not the woman I once was. Thanks.
Or maybe it's one of those cyclical things.
But I am just ready to crawl out of my skin.
Posted by slinky on November 20, 2003, at 12:40:42
In reply to Egads, I'm overstimulated, posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 10:13:06
Hi DInah...
I got the itches..scratching crazy. I can't stand my hair touching my face.
I don't know anyone with allergy to dog hair-just cats , so maybe cyclical.On a less serious side ?--maybe I should apply to email below:-)
Posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 13:24:45
In reply to Re: Egads, I'm overstimulated » Dinah, posted by slinky on November 20, 2003, at 12:40:42
I thought I was the only one who couldn't stand my hair touching my face when I'm feeling this way. I go to ridiculous appearing extremes to avoid it. And the breeze on my arms! And any but the softest cotton clothing!
(And I had the seme thought about the email. It's still kind of enjoyable, but if it lasts much longer it really won't be.)
Here's hoping we both get some relief soon (pun only partially intended).
Posted by NikkiT2 on November 20, 2003, at 17:11:12
In reply to Re: Egads, I'm overstimulated » slinky, posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 13:24:45
Oh Dinah...
I hat ethat over stimulated feelings.. I get all hyper when that happens, and always end up embarrassing myself.
I can understand why a new puppy might cause it.. they cause lots of worry and stress with the potty training etc. But tell me more about him!!!!
I do hope it passes soon.. is there any chance you can get some Dinah time alone over the next couple of days??
Nikki xx
Posted by Jai on November 20, 2003, at 17:13:08
In reply to Re: Egads, I'm overstimulated » slinky, posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 13:24:45
Hair has always tickled me beyond my endurance. Hair on my pillow, in my shirt, on my collar...in my pants!!! My skin has always been my first alert system for over stimulation. I am glad to know I am not alone. Now my skin is overstimulating itself...I have such iches that I have never know could exist. It is a kind of "hell" of the skin. The dry air seems to push the problem. I can't imagine having to factor in animals too. Good luck!
Posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 18:02:19
In reply to Re: Egads, I'm overstimulated » Dinah, posted by NikkiT2 on November 20, 2003, at 17:11:12
Yeah, at a certain time of night I put her to bed and get some wind down time. :)
She's cute as a button, awfully young (nine weeks), and is constantly chewing toes and fingers and electrical cords and, well anything except her toys. It's adorable, but it really is overstimulating to me. And boy can that pup make puddles! She goes where she's supposed to, but must have a huge bladder because she goes everywhere else too. Everyone in the house is learning to wear shoes inside between the nibbles and the unexpected dampness.
Or... I'm overstimulated anyway right now and that's just adding to it. Hard to tell, chicken or egg. I do get that way sometimes no matter what.
And cute floppy ears, big brown eyes, huge feet (uh oh :) ). Altogether adorable. Even my husband is enchanted. The female dogs are a bit maternal. And Harry pretends she doesn't exist.
Posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 18:07:41
In reply to hair, posted by Jai on November 20, 2003, at 17:13:08
I keep threatening to shave it. But I guess that would have its own overstimulation problems.
I recently found a pair of really comfy jammies, and just ditched my other ones and got every color they have of this kind. Now if I could just wear them everywhere I'd be in great shape. Soft soft fabric to protect my skin against all those horrible abrasive qualities like... air. :)
Posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 9:38:38
In reply to Egads, I'm overstimulated, posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 10:13:06
I mean, i know i have to, but have no idea how to.
Posted by slinky on November 21, 2003, at 10:54:17
In reply to I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!!, posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 9:38:38
> I mean, i know i have to, but have no idea how to.
Dear Dinah..
I have no good advice..if I knew the answer...
Ativan stopped my sensitivity-but I got more depressed after.It's horrible to sit through it--don't cut/shave your hair you'll regret it.
I've cut my hair recently-I wear a hat :-)
I always struggle cutting labels off clothes they're stitched so tight.
Have a good scream?
Buy boxing gloves - Does your husband like sport?
Have a good playful- fight.
Everything either itches or hurts..that's why i boozed.
Neurontin helps.
You'll find something , i'm sure..may it pass sone sweetyplum.
Posted by fallsfall on November 21, 2003, at 11:13:15
In reply to I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!!, posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 9:38:38
Ice cream?
Posted by Jai on November 21, 2003, at 12:23:16
In reply to Re: hair » Jai, posted by Dinah on November 20, 2003, at 18:07:41
One time at work we all came in with halloween clothes on. I came with my jammers on...they are my favorite clothes too. They are soft, size friendly and cozy. I love the sleepy feeling I get in them.
Jai
Posted by Jai on November 21, 2003, at 12:33:41
In reply to Re: I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!! » Dinah, posted by slinky on November 21, 2003, at 10:54:17
Gosh, I can't believe there are a few of us who have such sensitive skin. I have had the skin problem all my life. Sometimes I want to wear my clothes inside out...no labels or inner seams! I think if you cut your hair short or shaved it the tiny hairs would hurt so much more. They get sharp, sharp...ouch! I was told that my problem stemmed from something that happened when I was a baby...oh joy! I have explored all the nooks and crannys of my childhood and sure enough there were a few very disturbing incidents. But I might have this skin sensitivity for the rest of my life...So everyonce in a while I take my shirt off the peal off the hair...it's amazing how hair can get everywhere. Sometimes I use tape to get it all off at once. Skin, skin, skin...now I have eczema..oh joy. Talk about itchy...wow!
Posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 19:17:44
In reply to Re: I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!! » Dinah, posted by slinky on November 21, 2003, at 10:54:17
I know it will pass, it always does. But it drives me nuts while it lasts. And I don't like the reminder that I'm not as well as I'd like to be because what I'm feeling sure as heck isn't normal.
I couldn't take the Klonopin or Risperdal that really does help this morning, because I had an appointment with my therapist and I hate to waste my time and money by being less than fully there.
So I used my favorite release a few times, and am like to use it a few more before I plain give out. And later I took a Klonopin. And I hope this cycle ends soon.
I am not pleasant to be around right now. :(
Posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 19:21:03
In reply to PJ's, posted by Jai on November 21, 2003, at 12:23:16
A day spent in jammies is a day well spent for me. And whoever invented bras should be bound and tortured by having to wear one day and night for eternity. It's the first thing to come off the second I walk in the house. I only buy cotton clothes without zippers, except for my occasional nice dress.
My therapist sees my style of dress as a sign of eccentricity, but I'd like to see him spend a day or two in women's clothes!
Posted by Elle2021 on November 21, 2003, at 22:24:53
In reply to I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!!, posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 9:38:38
((((((((Dinah))))))))
It's okay to be upset and frustrated Dinah. I know how it feels like the bad times will never pass, but trust me, they do. I do the same thing you do, I try not to be medicated during my sessions so my pdoc can see exactly how I'm behaving... Hang in there hon.
Elle
Posted by Jai on November 22, 2003, at 6:33:28
In reply to Re: PJ's » Jai, posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 19:21:03
> My therapist sees my style of dress as a sign of eccentricity, but I'd like to see him spend a day or two in women's clothes!
All my life my choice of clothes has been a problem for everyone but me. I just can't live by other peoples standard. I wear something nice and everybody freaks out. I know how you feel about tight clothes that hurt, I have released the confining undergarments years ago when it was okay and people only thought I was a hippie. As women started to put these clothes back on I resisted. I get Victoria's Secret cataloge and view the uncomfortable structures and am amazed at how they can make these things looks sexy?!! I suppose if I weighed 50lbs lighter maybe there would be a possibility I might look okay, but how would I feel? I really don't think I would feel sexy just confined. So many places to feel poked and bound and itchy. Wow, it almost seems like torture. Jai
Posted by judy1 on November 22, 2003, at 13:21:33
In reply to Re: I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!! » slinky, posted by Dinah on November 21, 2003, at 19:17:44
have you had a med/dose change Dinah? just curious because that's how I describe myself if I take more than 4mg of risperdal- akathesia (sp?) have you had less sleep because of the pup?- sometimes lack of sleep revs me up more, probably the mania creeping in. whatever it is, I hope you feel better today.
take care, judy
Posted by Dinah on November 23, 2003, at 17:39:38
In reply to Re: I CAN'T TAKE IT ANYMORE!!!!!!!! » Dinah, posted by judy1 on November 22, 2003, at 13:21:33
It sure feels that way. As if I were on Effexor or Wellbutrin. But I actually increased my Depakote doseage lately, and if anything should be feeling the other way.
I've been taking at least an extra Klonopin or a Risperdal every day for hmmmm.... over a week? not sure. I have a bad sense of time.
And I'm still irritable and edgy and jumpy and just plain overstimulated.
I'll just wait it out, it'll pass.
Thanks for thinking of me.
Posted by slinky on November 23, 2003, at 20:45:23
In reply to Re: Whatever it is » judy1, posted by Dinah on November 23, 2003, at 17:39:38
Hi Dinah...
I'm not blaming Depakote - I got irritable angry on it but that's my experience.
I don't know~ i can't work out me-yet- but hope you feel better soon.
Posted by Dinah on November 23, 2003, at 21:50:59
In reply to Re: Whatever it is » Dinah, posted by slinky on November 23, 2003, at 20:45:23
That is interesting information. The timing would be right, but it didn't occur to me since Depakote is a mood stabilizer.
Posted by Dinah on November 23, 2003, at 22:01:55
In reply to Re: Whatever it is » Dinah, posted by slinky on November 23, 2003, at 20:45:23
Listed as a side effect almost everywhere I look:
unusual excitement, restlessness, or irritability or nervousness
Never *even* occurred to me, especially at a still low dose. I did think it might have something to do with my increased depression, but not this.
Guess I'll call my pdoc and see how long it might last.
Posted by slinky on November 23, 2003, at 22:12:05
In reply to Re: Thank you » slinky, posted by Dinah on November 23, 2003, at 21:50:59
..Some AD's make depression worse..so i guess could be same for mood stabilisers. Lamictal also made me a bit manic + I was allergic to it .
Suppose you could carefully reduce and see if it is the culprit?Also depakote started to crumble my teeth...fortunately the crumbling was saved !The dentist couldn't understand why my teeth suddenly got unhealthy...
My worst ever drug.
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