My therapist won't listen

My ocd is getting out of control since i started this new medication for tourettes.

Every night for the past few months i spend hours cleaning my restroom.
I clean it over and over again.

Ive always hated using public restrooms but now i can't do it. I just freak out and almost have a panic attack. Makes for a long day at work.

And my apatite is gone and that is a huge issue. I've gone 2 days without eating and didn't realize it.

I've shared this with my doctor but he just tells me its a temporary side effect and it will get better.

My outbursts have gotten better but I can't sleep I can't use a public toilet. I can't eat

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Mamapolo2016 · F

I can only suggest trying not to panic and giving the meds a few weeks. I know that feels like eternity.

My daughter was recently prescribed meds that sent her into at least two anxiety attacks severe enough she went to the ER. Her doctor said the same thing yours did and she was right. It's been two months now and things are significantly and visibly much better.

And if it's possible, get a second opinion like @Patientlywaiting advised.

Cigarguy101 · 41-45, M

@Mamapolo2016 im going to give it a few more weeks. My biggest issues is there aren't alot of therapy that truly focuse on tourettes like he does. It took a while to get in to see him. But honestly its at the point id rather have outbursts and tics then live with my ocd like this.