In a previous issue, we reported on Dr. Peter Whybrow's intriguing research showing that thyroid hormone can have a positive and profound effect on mood in some patients with rapid-cycling bipolar--the most intractable form of the disease. (See "Mood Swings," page 36 of the July/August '05 SatEvePost.)
Our hearts go out to those who have sent us letters sharing their struggles of coping with mood swings and indicating their interest in volunteering for treatment should Dr. Whybrow's trials be expanded.
One writer has two children who are fighting this illness.
One daughter takes Depakote in addition to medicine for an underactive thyroid. Sadly, doctors suspect that a grandchild is exhibiting signs of the disorder. Noting a strong maternal family history of thyroid illnesses, this writer agrees that the thyroid connection is compelling and should be pursued.
We continue to collect case histories of people with mild, moderate, or severe mood swings to share with physicians who search for treatments, including Dr. Whybrow at the Neuropsychiatric Institute in Los Angeles, California. We are especially interested in hearing from families affected by both thyroid and mood disorders. Please send confidential letters to Cory SerVaas, M.D., 1100 Waterway Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46202.
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