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Can a bipolar brain ever get better? i have taken lithium for 23 years and now i have kidney failure. any hope?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes. Kidney : Yes. Kidney functions need to be monitored. Other medications for bipolar disorders can help.

Answered 10/3/2016

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There is no cure for: Bipolar disorder. Your only hope is to change your medication regimen.

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