Brain Still Thinking Worst - Even on Medication

[Rathgar]

Hi all,
Entering week 3 on Citalopram (generic Celexa).
I have noticed I don't get full blown panic (heart racing, sweating etc.).
However, my brain is exactly the same - I still think I have cancer all day long.
I also go through periods feeling depressed.

On top of all of that, I have what feels like a urinary tract infection - I am running to pee frequently with little each time.
Any thoughts?
Thanks

 

[E.B]

I remember when upping my dose of seraltine I had a day where I had to go every hour to urinate.

 

[matisworried]

sorry you're still experiencing anxiety.

regarding your meds, it can sometimes take 4-6 weeks to reach peak effectiveness and may even require one or more dosage increases. second, unfortunately, meds alone are unlikely to totally get rid of your health anxiety. while meds may help reduce your overall anxiety level, things like cognitive behavioral therapy are much more effective in dealing with the intrusive thoughts that come along with HA. if you haven't already done so, i'd highly suggest trying talk therapy. that alone has kept me off of meds.

 

[Cuchculan]

Medication doesn't change how you think. That part is down to you. Medication is only one part of the answer. We have to put in some work too. That is were therapy can help. CBT. To help you change how you think. The medication will calm the storm. You have to meet it half way and do the rest of the work to put things fully right.

 

[ladybj]

Hi all,
Entering week 3 on Citalopram (generic Celexa).
I have noticed I don't get full blown panic (heart racing, sweating etc.).
However, my brain is exactly the same - I still think I have cancer all day long.
I also go through periods feeling depressed.

On top of all of that, I have what feels like a urinary tract infection - I am running to pee frequently with little each time.
Any thoughts?
Thanks

Have you thought about talking with a therapist? That may help more than you know.