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Old 04-13-2009, 09:39 PM   #1 (permalink)
Thanks2HP
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Good sex and depression or relief from depression and deal with the side effects?

Just curious what my fellow depression sufferers would choose, good, even great sex and deal with the depression or some relief from depression and deal with the side effects? For me the most noticeable side effect was delayed ejaculation.

I had the most relief from depression taking Lexapro but stopped taking it for a while and had a reaction to it when I started taking again. My doctor put me on Zoloft instead. The sexual side effects were more noticeable with Zoloft.

I asked to try Bupropion (previously/also known as amfebutamone; Wellbutrin, Zyban) and the doc complied. It's been about two months now and I've had at least two episodes of deep depression that I've just rode out. After all, I've dealt with it before.

I have a regular checkup scheduled with the Dr. this week. I'm torn between seeking relief and going back to a sex life that is impaired or dealing with the depression and having a more enjoyable sex life.

I have a supportive girlfriend who is willing to deal with the sexual side effects but I don't know if I can.

So, what would you choose?

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