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Taking Steraline For Bipolar Disorder. Can I Have Children?

Hi there. My name is Stephanie and my Gp has put my on steraline Anti depressant tablets I have been on them a year now but for years I have thought it is bipolar more than I have as have shown symptoms of Bipolar. My friends and family on face book are now saying I am unstable and shouldn't have kids. Which is unfair considering I look after them very well and would never try ending my life . I want to have a fresh new start but don't know what the next steps I can take are. Any advice please ... Also can people with Bipolar go on to have kids okay later on don the line?
Tue, 11 Jun 2013
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Hi there ~

I understand your concerns. There is no evidence for any congenital malformations if you are taking any medications such as SSRIs like sertraline for any kind of mental health disorder. To answer your other question, there is a chance of your kids to have bipolar disorder down the line, however the risk depends not just on nature but also nurture. I hope this helps. If you are interested in knowing the exact chance it would be good to consult a geneticist. I hope this helps.

Take care and have a lovely day!
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Taking Steraline For Bipolar Disorder. Can I Have Children?

Hi there ~ I understand your concerns. There is no evidence for any congenital malformations if you are taking any medications such as SSRIs like sertraline for any kind of mental health disorder. To answer your other question, there is a chance of your kids to have bipolar disorder down the line, however the risk depends not just on nature but also nurture. I hope this helps. If you are interested in knowing the exact chance it would be good to consult a geneticist. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!