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Uncontrollable Laughter. Taking Cymbalta For Depression. Any Link Between These Two?
Last Saturday night as I tried to fall asleep, uncontrollable laughter took over my mind. I wasn't thinking of any funny happenings or humorous anecdotes. Each time I got out of bed the laughter subsided, however quickly returned. I must say my wife thought it was amazing. I am taking Cymbalta for depression, so this occurrence is even more baffling to me. This is the only time I can recall this happening. Is there a link between depression and this sudden outburst of laughter?
Thu, 22 Aug 2013
Sudden laughter burst during initial period of sleep can occur in "gelastic epilepsy" (a type of seizure disorder).
But such episodes can occur in depressive phase also, particularly, if depression is severe. Such symptoms are called "dissociative episodes"
Doing an EEG (electroencephalography) by consulting a neurologist will help to come to a diagnosis
You should discuss about this episode with treating psychiatrist
But such episodes can occur in depressive phase also, particularly, if depression is severe. Such symptoms are called "dissociative episodes"
Doing an EEG (electroencephalography) by consulting a neurologist will help to come to a diagnosis
You should discuss about this episode with treating psychiatrist
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