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I take Lexapro, Lamictal, Abilify, yet have Problem Taking Showers

Posted by nscappa @nscappa, Apr 22, 2023

I have mentioned this sensitive subject in the past but it's not getting any better. I do have depression and I take Lexapro, Lamictal, and now Abilify. The Abilify really screwed me up re mania, insomnia, constipation, talking incessantly, etc. I switched to half a pill every other day. I mention the meds just so you would l know what I am taking. The issue with taking a shower is still a huge effort way too hard to get in that shower. Is anyone else having this problem? It's really upsetting because I have always been such an immaculate person re hygiene. I do live alone so that saves me somewhat. This is really a big problem for me. Any comments?

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danyysienna111 | @danyysienna111 | Jan 26, 2025
In reply to @barbthemac "I’m disabled but I have bought 2 bar grips and a really good bath mat that’s..." + (show)
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I’m disabled but I have bought 2 bar grips and a really good bath mat that’s as long as my shower floor, but I’m still afraid of falling. I have fallen a couple of times and cracked some ribs. I have a shower chair but it fills up the whole shower and is inconvenient. Sorry if I sound like a crazy old lady who whines.

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I suffer from chronic PTSD and chronic depression too, the same difficulties similar to yours and put off taking a shower/bath as long as I can. Just once a week seems the best I can do it is a HUGE effort to do such a simple thing. Have you tried sponge baths? Body wipes are available to promote good hygiene which makes it much much easier. Also, an emergency necklace will offer you safety when you're in distress. I hope this helps. God bless you!

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danyysienna111 | @danyysienna111 | Jan 26, 2025
In reply to @barbthemac "Oh thank you for caring and kind words. I do take psych meds but my new..." + (show)
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Oh thank you for caring and kind words. I do take psych meds but my new medication MPA is trying to move my meds around to make my kookooness more manageable. I have isolated myself and only have one good friend. My sister who I used to speak with every day caught COVID in the hospital while she was being treated for COPD pneumonia and my youngest sister is very judgmental so I don’t feel like getting kicked in the teeth by her when I do a fine job by myself. I planned to change my bedsheets and hop in the shower today but it’s evening and I’m still stinky lol. I’m going to try again tomorrow.

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I suffer from chronic PTSD and severe depression too and put off taking a shower/bath as long as I can. Just once a week seems the best I can do it is a HUGE effort to do such a simple thing. Have you tried sponge baths? Body wipes are available to promote good hygiene which makes it much much easier. An excellent quality bath mat and hand rails/chair can help .Also, an emergency necklace will offer you safety when you're in distress. I hope this helps. God bless you!

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kforrest | @kforrest | Jan 26, 2025
In reply to @danyysienna111 "Please install handrails and a seat in shower to help you get up. Also, wear an..." + (show)
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Please install handrails and a seat in shower to help you get up. Also, wear an alert necklace if you are in distress. Hope this helps. God bless you!

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my son installed hand rails. do't know what to install in my shower i need something to keep me from falling.

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kforrest | @kforrest | Jan 26, 2025
In reply to @danyysienna111 "Please install handrails and a seat in shower to help you get up. Also, wear an..." + (show)
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Please install handrails and a seat in shower to help you get up. Also, wear an alert necklace if you are in distress. Hope this helps. God bless you!

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my son put up a handrail and i ordered a rail for my shower area

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nscappa | @nscappa | Jan 26, 2025
In reply to @kforrest "my son installed hand rails. do't know what to install in my shower i need something..." + (show)
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my son installed hand rails. do't know what to install in my shower i need something to keep me from falling.

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I purchased a small handrail (it will adhere to the bathroom and it does work. It comes in a larger size too. CVS carries them and I'm sure many other stores do too. I'm 154 pounds and it works well for me. I think I will purchase the larger one too.

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kforrest | @kforrest | Jan 26, 2025
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I suffer from chronic PTSD and chronic depression too, the same difficulties similar to yours and put off taking a shower/bath as long as I can. Just once a week seems the best I can do it is a HUGE effort to do such a simple thing. Have you tried sponge baths? Body wipes are available to promote good hygiene which makes it much much easier. Also, an emergency necklace will offer you safety when you're in distress. I hope this helps. God bless you!

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i finally figured out that antibacterial bar soap keeps me smelling fresher longer. getting older is a huge job.

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