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Macv"For me, MDjunction has been a place where I can share my experiences
living with the very rare bone disease called Ollier's ( Enchondromatosis ) with the parents of children recently diagnosed. I can help them not to run
into the pitfalls my parents did when I was young, give them a bit of a view
from their child's perspective and simply be there to offer support and
hope to people who are scared and just had their lives upended. I also belong to a chronic pain group and it's been a Godsend to be able to actually
talk with others who understand what I'm dealing with. Besides them helping me through my tough times, I can be there to help them as well. Here too, I can use my years of experience to help others avoid pitfalls and it makes me feel good, gives my life more purpose. MDjunction brings people
together when their suffering, at their darkest and feeling alone in this world and allows some light to be brought back into their lives. HOPE, that's what
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Linda aka Macv" (Macv)

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08/06/2010 07:51 PM
62 female diagnosed two years agol.
surfer66
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I'm taking 200 mg. of Lamictal and 10mg of celexaia. I went into a deep depression and told my Shrink about it and she said to wait a few weeks. Well, I'm the same. I've also gained 50 lbs. because all I wannt to do is sleep... I'm so tired at the end of the day that I can't stay awake.

I look back on my past life and countless people who came into my life and out were all effected by my illness. Does anyone know if there is a med that they can give you that will give you some energy?

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08/06/2010 07:55 PM  Top
PinkishlyPink
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You might want to try walking. I know that when I get low energy and need a boost sometimes expending energy creates energy. It also is good for depression.
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08/06/2010 08:21 PM  Top
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Exercise is very good for depression and losing weight. I don't gain any weight on Lamictal and I'm also on Lexapro which is a lot like Celexa. I wonder what it is that is making you tired? Talk to your psychiatrist and tell him that you need something to wake you up. You can't take the tiredness that you have. No energy at all and you need something. He should have some suggestions or ideas. I wish you the best of luck!
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