I have more than one question. I was diagnosed with DID in 1997 by a qualified psychologist. We made great progress. I saw a medical who does not believe it exists and his diagnosis was bi-polar disorder with manic episodes. I take medication as a result and I have gained a lot of weight. The pills include Wellbutrin 150 mg AM, lithium 300 mg AM and PM and also Effexor 75 mg daily. Personally I think this is way too many pills I have been on these meds for well over 1 year with no lithium level check.
I have a thing about needles unless it is for tattoo purposes.
What is your advice and/or professional opinion. I am asking because I have moved to a new area and do not have an M.D. yet. I do however, have a therapist.
Thank you for your help.
Dr. Heller's Answer:
Every patient I’ve seen with DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder - aka: multiple personalities) had the borderline disorder also. Whether you have bipolar as well depends on whether you’ve had mania: (http://www.BiologicalUnhappiness.com/ManiaDSM.htm).
Remeron is a spectacular medication for DID. If the BPD is present, Prozac with Tegretol and Remeron often makes a huge difference.
Successful treatment of DID requires a number of pills.
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