I had a doctor six years ago. Tell me all of my issues were due to a marijuana allergy. I asked her how long I’d have to quit to find out. Her reply was six months, I said screw that.
Then I started drinking alcohol. It didn’t take two or three swallows and I was drunk medication and malnutrition I assume were the cause. I became paranoid about situations and people. Not to mention I was having to take several puffs a day of my inhaler. Since quitting I have had two puffs.
Now let’s toss in the mania. I never stopped. I told my sibling with certain behaviors I’d have no recollection of the things I had done or said. She stated that if it isn’t me that’s being mean she’s gonna punch me in the face next time. Joking of course. It was getting pretty scary, not just for me, but the people in my life especially in high stress situations. I’ve been 34 days without pot and alcohol. Has it helped? I don’t quite feel myself yet. If it takes six months I am going to feel fabulous. My doctor took a partial dose of my lithium away and started me on Trileptal. It has increased my appetite, that is a concern as I have been obese most of my adult life. He has been a blessing to my life for 26 years. I think maybe my family won’t disown me now.
Jill L. Ware
