Re: pregnancy and depression

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> Does pregnancy have any affect on depression?
> I am 13 weeks pregnant. I have been on successful treatment for my
> depression for about 4 months before I became pregnant. Recently
> though,I've been feeling bad again. I am taking Wellbutrin with the
> approval and supervision of my OB. However,I dont feel comfortable
> talking to him about it, cause at my initial visit with him,he asked my
> about illnesses, and I told him. He said "well, your not going to get
> depressed with this baby,are you?" made me feel quite uncomfortable.
> Any insight,advice? I greatly appreciate your time.
>
> Mood changes are quite common during early pregnancy, there could be
variable presentation initially, eventually you may feel better as you adjust to this pregnancy, so cheer up,I wish you all the best. You need close supervision and support. Consult also the Doc. who treated you for depression.

Dr.Amit Sengupta, MD; Ph.D. This is for educational purpose only > Kelly
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