Antidepressants

I struggle with Crohn's disease & IBS symptoms. When I'm depressed, which occurs in the winter months every year, my symptoms are much worse.

I read a book by Temple Grandin where she said she stopped her colitis flare ups with a low dose antidepressant.

Just wondering, have any of you found the same thing? I'm considering it

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  • Antidepressants are there to help the mind,but sometimes at the expense of the body.
    Make sure you consult your G.P  if you want to consider lowering the dose.
    I speak from experience, i missed mine for a few Days and started fitting ( mildly ).
    Gradual reduction needs to be done under supervision by professionals.
    ( Note to Mods..Am not giving Medical Advice, am Advising Caution ).

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  • Antidepressants are there to help the mind,but sometimes at the expense of the body.
    Make sure you consult your G.P  if you want to consider lowering the dose.
    I speak from experience, i missed mine for a few Days and started fitting ( mildly ).
    Gradual reduction needs to be done under supervision by professionals.
    ( Note to Mods..Am not giving Medical Advice, am Advising Caution ).

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