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I'm bipolar1 anxiety going through severe relapse. stopped taking meds. scared if what the doctor will do. how should i admit this without fear?

13 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Just get it treated: Don't worry...Just go and get treatment...Good doc's understand and will help you...

Answered 9/2/2012

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bipolar: Not good idea to stop your meds. When u have severe bipolar. Be honest with your doctor about your concerns so h/she would know how to best help you.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Mark Fisher answered

Specializes in Neurology

'Fess up: Modern psych meds are wonderful but they're not perfect. Often side f/x can make you feel lifeless. Also, bipolars are known to d/c their meds in manic phase. They like the "high." if your reason for d/cing was plain irresponsibility, just start meds again. Who'll be the wiser? If your reason was good, tell your md. Don't personalize this. He/she's your doctor, not your mother.

Answered 11/28/2017

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