tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6355216353905732634.post8222111216717499799..comments2010-06-25T06:05:37.420-07:00Comments on My Life and Dealing With MS: FinallyHeatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04682164890976796075noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6355216353905732634.post-55381970203371778932008-11-01T08:14:00.000-07:002008-11-01T08:14:00.000-07:00Heather,So good that you're reaching out to your d...Heather,<BR/><BR/>So good that you're reaching out to your doctor about this. Feeling overwhelmed, grumpy, and angry are not pleasant, at all. And maybe a little depressed?<BR/><BR/>I have benefited greatly by having a counselor. I also benefit greatly by taking an antidepressant (very much benefited). A combination of the two is often recommended and can be quite successful.<BR/><BR/>Another thing. Since I have a history of depression, I avoided the interferon treatments and chose Copaxone first. If Copaxone didn't work for me, then I would be willing to switch. Just the inkling of a threat of increasing depression was enough for me to shy away from Rebif, Betaseron, and Avonex.<BR/><BR/>This doesn't mean that your feelings are due to Rebif, but it might be a factor. Make sure that you are getting enough Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D. Low levels can contribute to low mood.<BR/><BR/>Good luck and keep us posted.Lisa Emrichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10862232056342347990noreply@blogger.com