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Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
edited October 21 in Health & Wellbeing
Went to hospital early this morning after I couldn't move my body, pins and needles everywhere, and was screaming because it was distressing as I was shaking uncontrollably. I had literally phoned 111 multiple times before this saying I waa having pins and needles and difficulties on this medication but they said I had to wait 6 hours to see someone. Ended up in hospital instead and needed a wheelchair because I was shaking so much. I was discharged after 8 hours. I don't wantvtovtake antidepressants ever again. Not to mention I'm still having side effects and I was on a low dose and it was only 2 days like difficulty urinating and knowijg ehen to. I'm constantly afraid of this happening again.

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  • shannon_164shannon_164 Posts: 2,616 Boards Guru
    hey @Jack25 🙂

    that sounds so scary to have experienced!! you definitely did the right thing by getting help when your symptoms got so bad. it makes total sense that you’d feel anxious and hesitant about taking medication again after that kind of experience - i think a lot of people would feel the same as you do! how are you feeling now?

    remember to take things slowly and be gentle with yourself as you recover from it all too <3
  • sinead276sinead276 Posts: 2,184 Boards Champion
    Hi @Jack25

    Hope you're feeling a little better today after what sounds like a frightening experience you went through - especially ending up in the hospital. It makes total sense that you'd be anxious about your medication now, given the effects you've already experienced so far. Hopefully the doctors and other healthcare people can help you find a solution that works for you, and doesn't leave you feeling anxious and dealing with these side effects/symptoms.

    We are always here if you want to talk about it more - or you have anything else on your mind.
    Sending hugs :3
  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    Thank you @shannon_164 and @sinead276

    I don’t feel ok at all, these drugs have ruined me.
  • shannon_164shannon_164 Posts: 2,616 Boards Guru
    i hear you @Jack25 and your experience definitely does sound scary! do you have any support at the moment with it?

    we’re all here for you <3
  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    Thank you I’ve got support from my parents I feel awful and I don’t understand why or what’s wrong with me I don’t feel ok in the head it’s been more than 3 days since I’ve stopped them I’m still not ok I’m worried
  • shannon_164shannon_164 Posts: 2,616 Boards Guru
    it’s understandable that you’re not feeling ok and feel worried even though you have stopped taking them now @Jack25 - i’m glad to hear that you have support from your parents though!

    just in case it’s helpful for you here’s some helplines etc that are available too:
    if you’re feeling unsafe pls reach out for immediate support from the following:
    nhs 111 - england / scotland / wales (option 2 for mental health)

    phone first - northern ireland (8am-6pm monday-friday; the number will vary depending on the health & social care trust area that you live in)

    out of hours - northern ireland (6pm-7:30am monday-friday, 24/7 weekends; the number will vary depending on the health & social care trust area that you live in)

    999 - england / scotland / wales / northern ireland

    uk helplines - some of these are specific to england / scotland / wales / northern ireland & also depend on age too:
    childline (24/7) - call 08001111

    shout (24/7) - text ‘shout’ to 85258

    hopeline (24/7) - text 88247

    samaritans (24/7) - call 116123

    lifeline (24/7) - call 08088088000

    papyrus (24/7) - call 08000684141

    inspire wellbeing (24/7) - call 08081890036

    community advice and listening line (24/7) - call 0800132737

    knus (24/7) - whatsapp 07700165687

    mind (9am-6pm) - call 03001233393

    rethink mental illness (9:30am-4pm) - call 03005000927

    kooth (12pm-10pm) - webchat on website

    saneline (4pm-10pm) - call 03003047000

    calm (5pm-12am) - call 0800585858

    suicide prevention uk (6pm-12am) - call 08005870800

    sos (8pm-12am) - call 08001151505

    we’re so proud of you <3
  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    It happened again I feel so detracted from everything like I’m in a dream it’s distressing me now
  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    edited October 23
    I’m worried it won’t go away it’s not improving I can’t sleep either, I physically can’t do things anymore I’m going to lose weight rapidly if things don’t improve
  • NathanNathan Community Connector Posts: 2,479 Boards Champion
    Jack25 wrote: »
    I’m worried it won’t go away it’s not improving I can’t sleep either, I physically can’t do things anymore I’m going to lose weight rapidly if things don’t improve

    @Jack25 sometimes antidepressants can have lingering effects for a short while. But the brain tends to switch back to normal in the weeks and months that follow going off them. What's important is that your GP knows the impact this has had, and they might be able to offer you support to recover from those horrid side effects. I'm really sorry you've gone through this Jack, but the side effects won't be forever.
  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    edited October 24
    I’ve never felt worse never been more suicidal I hate what these drugs have done to me I’m safe I wish I never took them I feel terrible, it’s been 5 days off them, and I only took 2 doses, doctor doesn’t even believe it can be the medication I'm really struggling idk what to do I don't know how to cope well I feel really suicidal and hopeless
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  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    edited October 24
    TW suicidal thoughts
    I'm struggling alot I just need this to end my mind is screaming to end the emotional pain and suffering but I have no control over it I'm physically safe but its really difficult to see things improving, I feel so much despair I just need to sleep I think I know it will hopefully pass, I physically can’t speak properly I’m so depressed I can’t I thinky I don’t know. I will be ok. I’ve never struggled this much I take 2 half tablets and end up in hospital and still suffering from effects more than 5 days since stopping. I can’t trust these thoughts they are so dark. I’m physically safe but struggling to get through this. I feel like I’ve lost everything in life :( the thoughts feel so real I just need to sleep them away. So depressed can’t even use coping mechanisms just need to ride it out I will get through this, I’m hoping the intense emotional numbness alleviates soon. I’m really struggling. I need to remind myself things will get better because permanence is what I’m fearing
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  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    edited October 24
    I’m struggling so much I feel out of touch like I’m in a dream I’m so distressed I don’t feel real nothing does idk what to do I don’t know how to manage this things are so bad I don’t know how to cope with this why are things so bad I’m under distress I need this to stop
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  • Jack25Jack25 Posts: 65 Boards Initiate
    I don't know what to do
  • Sian321Sian321 Community Manager Posts: 2,795 Boards Guru
    Hi @Jack25 , thank you for your messages. You're doing so well to post here and to reach out for help. We're here, and we're listening.

    I can hear just how serious things are feeling right now, and we're doing to DM you to check in in more detail.

    Please know that if you are struggling to cope, SHOUT is here for you 24/7, as well as Samaritans, Childline, and Papyrus.
    childline (24/7) - call 08001111

    shout (24/7) - text ‘shout’ to 85258

    hopeline (24/7) - text 88247

    samaritans (24/7) - call 116123
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