I posted a prayer request on June 2nd about my ongoing situation and was so moved by everyone's response. But I wanted to catch up today a little. I honestly don't know what's wrong with me. I am definitely suffering from depression. There is a treatment in psychiatry called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) that may work. The only problem is that I have a cochlear implant above my right ear. I called the UCSD psychiatry office and they said that might not automatically rule me out and they'd be glad to consult with me if I can get an internal referral from another UCSD department. I'm working on scheduling a visit with their physical medicine clinic for my lower back pain, but I don't know how long that will take or how long it will take for me to get an appointment with outpatient psychiatry once I do get the referral. It's so frustrating to see a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel and having to wait so many weeks. My research says this treatment will help with my sleep issues and my horrible morning depression if I can qualify. I just want my life back. A lot of the time, I don't even feel good enough to share my faith, and that truly makes me sad. Please pray about this prospective treatment and the timing of the consultation. That would mean a lot to me.
As I've said before, God bless you for being here and interceding on my behalf.
As I've said before, God bless you for being here and interceding on my behalf.