Depression am I at risk???

Hi Terry, I agree with Mel. There is no harm in giving the meds a try if they help you back into 'feeling more normal'. Even though I got terrific news on Wednesday that I don't have to have the last chemo tomorrow, I still broke down and cried in front of my Oncologist as my emotions have been off the scale in the past week or two. I kept thinking I should be happy that chemo is coming to an end (and now has) so why am I feeling so low. I felt so miserable. All I could focus on is the upcoming mastectomy and reconstruction. I am having nightmares about that. So this past week I have been lower than low and high as a kite. My Onc told me that a lot of women she sees, at this stage of their treatment, have had the proverbial meltdown. She says its all part of the process. She let me know that she has no problem in me having mild anti depressants if I need them and believe me I will now take them when needed. It really sucks that your oncologist can't tell you when chemo will end but he was certainly right when he said that you will be on a roller coaster ride. We are hit with so many punches through this journey aren't we. Give yourself a break Terry. I'm sure you will rise again (perhaps with a little help from meds). Draw on your strength and the strength of your pink sisters. You can do it girl. Sending you my love. Jane xo