A member asked:

I have my moments when i sad and suicidal and hate myself for no reason, but yet i'd be happy and on top of the world later, is this possible bi polar?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Bipolar?: Bipolar is diagnosed following thorough assessment by a mental health professional & after thorough exam by family doctor to rule out medical causes for mood cycling.

Answered 11/2/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Marked mood swings: There isn't a way to diagnose with the available information. However, elation alternating with depressed mood & suicidal ideations can be symptoms of a bipolar disorder. A thorough psychiatric evaluation can determined if these symptoms are due to a mood disorder. Take care.

Answered 11/18/2018

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