Originally Posted by
MyNameIsTerry
That's the right attitude. Be realistic. If you spend time worrying what the symptoms mean you make it harder. Believing the doctor when he/she says 'it may get worse before it gets better' is the right way to look at it so you can fight your way through it as opposed to be scared out of your mind by what these new sensations mean.
The first time my doctor told me nothing and I panicked and it flawed me. The second time (different med) the side effects were even worse but I battled through it and didn't ask for any help. The reason for that was taking the attitude you are and I firmly believe that got me through it.
It's very unpleasant but just keep talking on here if it helps, many of us know how hard this period is and can support or just talk. It will soon pass and then you can get some benefit and move forward.