lesions causing depression and anti-d meds

wiggles94

A recent discussion re depression left me with a question.

If you have lesions in your brain that are in an area that may lead to depression, do anti depression meds help with that?

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COBOB

Lesions can cause depression. I think that SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Initiators) and TCAs (Tricyclic Antidepressants) should work. I don't take SSRIs or TCAs. but I do take Adderall, and I will not let my PCP or Neurologist mess with that. I have a Psychiatrist who specialized in Psychopharmacology and did a residency in Neurology. If I needed an antidepressant or one of the other docs wanted to add TCAs for neuropathic pain management, I think I'd have them do through the Psychiatrist.

Bob

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wiggles94

Thanks everyone!

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HVAC

I am convinced my lesions cause an organic depression. I am on medication. It took a lot of trial and error to get on just the right cocktail but I am a very happy person these days. Talk therapy, hypnosis, and exercise help too.

Alex

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essdipity

Yes. Lots of us are on meds for this, and they work.

ess

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