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Do any of you suffer from any sort of depression along with MS? I suffer from bipolar depression and RRMS

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Glen, NH
June 28, 2024
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I do have some of the symptoms they say to look for. I've no real desire to do things I used to love to do, I really dislike going anywhere. I do make myself go places and not just places I have to go. I have also bought a project to embroider, I just have to start it. I really don't like talking to many people.

June 28, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

Thank you for sharing that with me. I hope you are treating your depression. I take a few different meds for the bipolar disorder and they have been a lifesaver.

June 28, 2024
A MyMSTeam Member

Do you think you feel this way because of having MS?

June 28, 2024
MyMSTeam

Depression is indeed common among people with multiple sclerosis (MS). According to the context, as many as 50 percent of people with MS experience depression, which is three times the rate in the general population. Depression in MS can be related to:

- Damage to the central nervous system
- Changes in brain chemistry
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Depression is indeed common among people with multiple sclerosis (MS). According to the context, as many as 50 percent of people with MS experience depression, which is three times the rate in the general population. Depression in MS can be related to:

- Damage to the central nervous system
- Changes in brain chemistry
- Fatigue
- Side effects of medications used to treat MS

It's important to recognize symptoms of depression, such as:

- Sadness
- Feeling hopeless or worthless
- Loss of pleasure in activities
- Uncontrolled crying
- Sleeping problems

If you experience these symptoms, it's crucial to talk to your doctor. Depression is treatable with therapy, medication, and lifestyle support.

June 28, 2024

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