Posted by goofeygalpal on December 7, 2005, at 1:21:02
I posted this on the P.B. board but will post it here on the Alt. board as it might be more appropriate here. I did get one response saying fish oil dramatically worsened their (anxiety) symptoms but would like as much input as possible...
I am an extremely rapid cycling mixed states bipolar and am barely stabilized for years on a small amount of lithium, thyroid and small amount of Lamictal. I am partially treatment-refractory plus I cannot handle a "normal" amount of meds. On top of that, the small amount of meds that I take has contributed to a big weight gain <sigh>. Oh well.....Anyway I have recently started taking Omega 3 fish oils (around 4+ grams a day) and have experienced more depression and worsening of symptoms. I have no idea if it is directly related to fish oils or if this is due to something else entirely (like "female" problems, stress, etc.) but the fact is, I have noticed NO benefit after 3 weeks or so, one would think I would have noticed improvement regardless. Has anyone noticed worsening?TY
Susie
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thread:586342
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