Cymbalta Day 1

After the last 6 weeks of break downs, I went into work balling my eyes out and then left immediately for the Doctor. Donald met me there, they worked me in, (as I didn't have an appointment) and I left with lab orders and two scripts. My Dr is trying me on Cymbalta. 

I took it around noon today and started feeling it immediately, just side effects. I felt that sick in your throat tired and started having diarrhea. I still feel anxiety, in the form of something not quite all the way down my throat but sitting on top of my stomach. I just feel icky.

Emotionally, I've started feeling anxious about the prospect of going to work in the morning, wondering if I should "tough it out" or rest another day. 

I am glad Donald went with me. I was a little scared to have him there, embarrassed, alone feeling even. But, he asked the right questions of my Dr and understands what my body is going through. 

Living in this constant state of "Fight or flight" has taken its toll on my body and mind. I'd venture to say it's been going on the last 20 years.