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Does Taking Lexapro For Depression Causes Stomach Problems ?

Hi. I have had sessions of depression and PTSD and suicide attempt and had come through it with lots of intense therapy and meds. I gained lots of weight and eventually felt that the Lexapro was not helping so went off and felt great till I went to Bali for hols in Oct. I got stomach sickness while there and haven't felt well since and is 3 months. dr saying depression but I feel it is my nausea and bowel problems that are making me feel uneasy. have lost 9kgs and take maxalon to eat. I don't want to go back on Lexapro. The depression PTSD and suicide attempt happened at after very life changing horrific events and life is ok . What do you suggest I do? I feel that my stomach problems are issue
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
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Hi, I went through your query. It is unlikely that you are ill for 3 months due to an episode of acute stomach problems. But losing 9kgs in 3 months does indicate something wrong. I would advise you to undergo an ultrasound of abdomen at the very least. Also if there is a change in your bowels have your stool examined for occult blood or if possible get a colonoscopy. If all reports are fine your weight loss is probably due to diminished intake of food which is due to depression or anxiety. In that case I would advise you to go back to drugs till your doctor feels it is safe to stop them.
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Does Taking Lexapro For Depression Causes Stomach Problems ?

Hi, I went through your query. It is unlikely that you are ill for 3 months due to an episode of acute stomach problems. But losing 9kgs in 3 months does indicate something wrong. I would advise you to undergo an ultrasound of abdomen at the very least. Also if there is a change in your bowels have your stool examined for occult blood or if possible get a colonoscopy. If all reports are fine your weight loss is probably due to diminished intake of food which is due to depression or anxiety. In that case I would advise you to go back to drugs till your doctor feels it is safe to stop them.