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Using cbd to wean off Ativan

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Feb 25 9:58pm | Replies (20)

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Thanks Lisa. Anxiety, for I’m told is possible central sensitivity syndrome. I’ve been in and out of the ER , and have been through multiple tests and lab work ups for crazy symptoms post a hip tear surgery back in March. Before this, I was active and healthy with no problems. I am pretty miserable and not sure that I want to be on another medication ( lexapro ) that is possibly contributing to making me feel like this and then eventually going through this again when I’m ready to come off of it. I’m willing to try CBD oil but scared to add fuel to the fire. I only have 2 Ativan left and was hoping to not have to take them. No refills and I’m from OOT here at the Mayo for all the test. Suppose to leave tomorrow but I’m not sure how I will function so I’m wandering if CBD will help.

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Hi @angrae, so sorry you have been struggling with anxiety. Twenty five years ago I started having panic attacks and generalized anxiety and other “crazy symptoms.” It turned out to be my thyroid. Hypothyroidism with spills that would make me hyperthyroid. It took two years and numerous doctors and misdiagnoses before my second endocrinologist correctly diagnosed me and got me straightened out.If you’re at Mayo I’m sure they’ve looked at your thyroid and other hormones including adrenals/cortisol but just a reminder since thyroid patients see an average of five doctors before proper diagnosis. Hang in there!