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[cstrommer]

O.k. I've been weaning for a week - started every other day - then cut down dose. Haven't taken any cymbalta yesterday or today. Yesterday my 9 yr. old son injured himself quite badly at school and I was called to come - they were calling an ambulance. He was supposed to be home early and fell outside of his classroom head first onto a ledge while he was waiting for his bus to be called. Talk about STRESS. I was in a fog. My emotions were all over the place when I got to the school, but I kept my composure for him (although I could not look at his injury on his forehead - was told it was pretty bad). Took the ambulance to the hospital - this whole time praying I wouldn't pass out from the w/d symptons, dizziness, or stress of the situation. He luckily did not have to stay but ended up with 24 stitches. He was pale and lethargic for some time but he perked up after a few hours. I was really scared - it was chaotic at the school. And EMT's, nurses, etc. all told me he has a pretty bad laceration. I guess I just needed a place to vent. It's been awful. He looks much better today and I am dizzy - but we get to hang out together. I learned yesterday how much good there is in people. Although my son and daughter have visited the E.R. a number of times, I've never experienced this type of situation. The school and my friends, all who helped out with my son and my daughter (who's 6), were remarkable. I am glad I was not taking cymbalta - I needed to feel these emotions. It's overwhelming. Thanks for listening:)

[Sarah J]

How are you and your son doing? I hope that you are feeling some peace

[cstrommer]

We're fine. He has a lovely black eye now too. Much better thank you. I've been really dizzy, and queasy. This withdrawal is awful. My heart beat goes up and sleeping is difficult, but in light of Thursday's event, it's so insignificant.

Thanks for asking.