Ambra - that is good news from the dermatologist. Depression can get better. You just need to find somebody qualified treat you and make the best recommendations, especially where meds are concerned. Most of us do get depressed. And you cannot expect a quick fix. . . . coming out of depression is a very gradual thing. My son was with a therapist and also on meds for depression. Everyone is individual as to reactions so it's best to keep in touch with your doctor about how you are feeling. Maybe the dermatologist can recommend someone? I used to ask my son how he was feeling on a scale of 1 - 10. If he said a 3, then I would ask if he could work on getting to a 5 and later if he only made it to a 4, that was progress and something to feel good about. So do seek help. You will be glad you did. In the meantime, take some deep breaths, keep moving, keep busy. And come back and let us know how you are doing.


Anne-Marie
CG to son, Paul (age 33, non-smoker) SCC Stage 2, Surgery 9/21/06, 1/6 tongue Rt.side removed, +48 lymph nodes neck. IMRTx28 completed 12/19/06. CT scan 7/8/10 Cancer-free! ("spot" on lung from scar tissue related to Pneumonia.)