Constant Headaches/Migraines and Depression?

[BooBoo88]

Hi, for the last 2 1/2 years I have been suffering from constant headaches. At around the same time I started suffering from depression. But it not depression in the usually sense of feeling blue, its more like my personality has gone.
In social situations in the past I used to be able to joke around with my friends and have a laugh, but now its like I've lost my ability to be funny and be able to have good conversations. But its not like I feel anxious or nervous around people either.
It has put me in a very dark place that I'm not sure I''l be able to get out of.
I'm not sure whats causing it but I would really like to here back from people who have suffered from this or anything similar, it would mean alot to to get a response specially from someone who's treated, got to the bottom of whats causing it or even just reduced the symptoms, please no matter how long you see this after its posted, if you think you could help please send a comment, it would really mean alot to me.

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? Headache and depression may occur together and it is important that  both conditions are manged. Anti-depressants may be prescribed and over-the-counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) may help provide relief. Stress management is important in treating both headaches and depression. Complementary and alternative methods such as biofeedback and yoga as well as counseling may also help. Have this checked by your doctor for proper evaluation. Take care and do keep us posted.

[twitchychick]

Hi. Really sorry to hear what you are going through.  Are you currently on any medication for your headaches or depression? So many meds can cause the symptoms you describe.  The one that I noticed those type of symptoms with the most was prozac.  It certainly helped, but it made me feel kind of numb.  Not real happy or sad.  Just kind of there.  I am currently on nortriptyline, as a migraine preventive, to help with nerve pain and for depression.  I do not notice the same kind of side effect.  Mainly just dry mouth but that is only temporary.  You really need to have the depression treated separately from the migraine pain.  Even though it may be caused by your chronic pain it still needs to be monitored by a psychiatrist.  There are medications and behavior therapy that can help with dealing with chronic pain and the depression that can follow.  Please talk to your doctor.  They can help.  I really hope you get some relief.  Please keep me posted.