depression and ear ringing

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I read with interest in the Arthritis Breakthrough book that Dr.Brown said

that depression is a physical symptom of this disease, not just a

psychological response to what's happening or one's bodily dis-use. I was

curious how many people noticed this in their own lives--a low level of

depression, maybe even before the outbreak of the physical symptoms? I

certainly have felt very down, even more so, since beginning the AP in

September and I wondered if it was part of the herx. I have always simply

assumed it was just the dealing with day to day pain and chronic

disability--that I'm sure plays into it, but it sounds like it is also a

physical disease response that comes and goes.

Also, I occassionally wake during the night with ear noise since starting

the AP. I assume that's a drug related side effect. Anyone know?

For what's it's worth, I really appreciate this list and find it extremely

supportive, helpful, and useful. I don't think issues about homelessness

are appropriate here, or other political or unrelated issues. There are

chat lists for those issues. I'm not offended, just disinterested in

people's opinions about it, so I skip over it.

Humor, on the other hand, is always welcome; as long as we remember the

purpose of this list.