Its been a while since I have had a bad (level 7 and above) migraine. Today I woke up cranky for no particular reason. I have been lagging in energy for about 2 days now and I have been having increased burning sensations on my scalp. Still, did I put 2 and 2 together. Nope. Not I.
Today around 4 the pain started creeping in. I took an Imitrex, which has helped some, but it seems that it is only helping when I hold perfectly still. Not to mention Imitrex and Topamax seem to not enjoy each others company. My muscles in my neck and back are getting angry, I am sore, as if someone has punched me in my kidneys and the pain has radiated back to my neck. The tightness is creeping in around the right side of my head, up over my eye. The heat, the anxiety, the migraine cometh.
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
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I was googling about Topamax and came across your blog.
I have been on Topamax for three weeks now and am struggling to figure out if the balance between side effects and benefits is right for me.
Topamax has reduced (but not elimintated) my migraines...but I have the pins and needle tingling, my eyes are starting to bother me (first time in 12 years I have had problems with my contacts), loss of appetite, some things taste different, fatigue, etc. The migraines alone are emotional, as I am sure you know, now all of these side effects are even more crazy!
It's good to know there are others out there who understand how I feel.
Hi Karyn, I am glad to know my blog has made you feel less alone. I have only been on Topamax for about two months now and I would say the biggest issue I face with it is the loss of appetite.
I used to smile when the doctor would tell me I might lose a few pounds, but this is such a strange and uncomfortable sensation.
I hope you find the right balance for you. I know I am exploring another route that I will post about here soon. Good luck. Hope you have a pain free day.
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