Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Steroids, Antibiotics and Bipolar Disorder
I just wanted to post a quick note that we have seen Caroline react to both steroids and antibiotics in a negative way, usually with mania. This phenomenon has been noted by other parents of bipolar kids on the Balanced Mind chat room. Obviously if a kid needs steroids or antibiotics, they need them and you just have to watch them carefully or add more of the mood stabilizers to the mix, per your doc of course. With all the illnesses going around, this is probably an issue for many out there.
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Hi there, I was reading up on the journey regarding your daughter and had a quick question. I was hoping that you could email me back when you have a moment. I really appreciate it, thanks!
Cameron
Since you are talking about meds and its effects on moods, I am adding my 0.02$.
FWIW, as a person with ADHD by brain damage, bc pill, even the mini-pill, can mess up moods.
Under mini-pill and progestative pill, I was bouncing the walls and not sleeping at night.
I also have hearing loss, so oestroprogestative pill is a no no.
The WHO (World Health Organization) is clear that even young girls without children can wear a copper IUD.
The risk of infection does not come from the IUD itself, but from other risks factors (ex multiple partners).
It was my personal choice, as I cannot tolerate hormonal birth control at all (and my OB/gyn did not try to push me for hormonal stuff).
Of course, what works for me may not work for someone else.
The only good birth control method is what works for the person.
Disclaimer : This comment is not intended to substitute medical advice from a physician
im SO thankful to hear that things have been going ok! :) what a blessing! thanks for your updates - will keep praying for you and your family. i think caroline would be great in physical therapy!
i always wondered about the steroid thing - ellie had to have steroids due to bronchitis 4 years ago and i was stunned at her behavior afterwards... i knew they could make you hyped up but this was beyond hyped up. glad to know! :)
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hey megan - i've been wondering how you and caroline were doing lately. hope all is well at your home! :)
I am researching as I think my 4 year old may have this disorder. I would like to pick your brain. My email is MrandMrsReject2009@Yahoo.com. Please email me if you can help in anyway.
I am interested in picking your brain. I think my daughter may have this disorder.
Just found you..OMG....I needed this..16 year old daughter 2 yr roller coaster ride of medications. Out patient and in patient treatment. Thinking of taking her to Meridell.. Trying to get my husband on board. She has scarred arms from cutting, has stopped, but is always a lingering threat. Everything I have read so far sounds so familiar. Would love your thoughts on Meridell . We live in Houston. Thankyou so much for your blog.
Hey all! My email is meganbstack@yahoo.com. if you want to contact me personally about Meridell, please do! I would love to give you whatever info I can.
I'm so glad to have found your site. My son has a mood disorder, probably bi-polar. I was just reading your comment on steroids. He is on them right now for his sinuses and is a wreck. I have looked into Merdill, but I don't think we are there yet. How did you know it was time?
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