Depression worse during cycle?

[Anonymous]

I just started Lexapro 4 weeks ago... I was doing great and then I started my cycle and my depression is back. Is this normal or do I need a different Med? I'm going back to the dr tomorrow for a follow up. Just wanted some advice.

[anotherandree]

I get suicidal during my cycle.  I get so bad that I hate myself and it gets worse as my period nears.  The day before is the worst and I want to scream and cry because I hate myself so much that I usually cut (and I had never done that) to both punish myself and to release the mental anguish with physical anguish.  However, I usually feel better once my period starts, but it never feels like it is going to end when I am in the throes of it.

[ashleighmama]

I don't think you need a med. adjustment, I seriously think it's your cycle. I used to go through the same thing. I would get EXTREMELY depressed, tired, almost to the point of being suicidal. But you should definately tell your Dr. about this issue. Hope things get better for you mama.

[jurnee14]

I get the same way right before and during my cycle. Very depressed, very tired. I would let the doctor know anyway, since you just started the meds it may have something to do with taht too. Hope youre feeling better soon

[mikala76]

Yeah I can get very suicidal right before I start my period. I'll cut and snap or scream at anyone who happens to cross my path.

[matreshka]

I started keeping track of my cycle on an app in May and I can now pinpoint the day my pms will start and it is when I am extra emotional.  I think it could be your cycle.

[Anonymous - Original Poster]

Went the dr today and upped my meds to 20mg and we will see what happens next cycle. She said I have PMDD. If that doesn't help then we will try to add in BC, which I don't need since I have my tubes tied.. to se if that helps with the hormones.

[Anonymous]

I'm on Lexapro also....40 mgs.   What dosage are you on?

[Anonymous - Original Poster]

I'm on 20 mg now

[Anonymous]

Quoting Anonymous:

I'm on 20 mg now

So I'm on double the dosage you are....hope you feel better.