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Hi all. I can't believe how many people suffer from migraines! I thought I lived in my own little world of pain and suffering. Anyhoo...I'm 37 and have had migraines for about 10 years. Mostly hormonal, but getting much worse with age. I've used Maxalt to treat up until now, but lately they've been unbearable ...especially teamed with teaching kindergarten. so...we're trying something new.
My pc just put me on topamax last week and I seem to be experiencing many of the oh so fun side effects...yikes. Thanks for listening.... |
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Community Moderator Guru  |
Welcome kdub!
Yes, about 36 million Americans suffer with Migraine Disease. We here have about 1000 members now, and they are from all over...  I hope the Topamax help you out! Here is some info on it for you... Topamax Profile Dosage and Tapering Topamax for Migraine Prevention Also, not sure if you are keeping a Migraine/Headache diary but they are very helpful in tracking your migraines and helping in your care. And last but not least, I want to give you this: Migraine Preventive Medications: Too many options to give up!!! You mentioned you are getting some side effects with the topamax, I just want you to know, if they become to unbearable - talk to your doctor - there are other options out there. If the side effects you are experiencing are shortness of breath, difficulty breathing or chest pains, please call your doctor ASAP! Of the side effects are those of tingling in the hands and feet, decreased hunger, slight cognative side effects....those are bothersome but may pass or become less noticable as you get to your recommended dose. See the Topamax Profile link for more info on this. Welcome again!!! We look forward to hearing much more from you!  Eileen Gray Community Moderator eileen@helpforheadaches.com "The most authentic thing about us is our capacity to create, to over come, to endure, to transform, to love and to be greater then our suffering." - Ben Okri Please donate!!! Click below to donate to the AHDA - THANK YOU!!! http://www.networkforgood.org/pca/Badge.aspx?badgeId=102755 my blog: http://fireinmybrain.blogspot.com |
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Master |
Kdub,
Welcome to the forum. It's a great place to learn and realize you are not alone with your migraines. See you around- Liz |
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Sage |
Hi Kdub!
Welcome to the forum! We have lots of valuable information here. Lots of terrific members, too! I look forward to your future posts!  jenny |
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Master |
Welcome Kdub!
I hope you find some useful information here. The support is great here! Heather Living one day at a time; Enjoying one moment at a time; Accepting hardship as the pathway to Peace.   |
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Apprentice |
I just wanted to add my welcome!
Elizabeth |
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Maven |
Hi Kdub,
Totally understand the hormonal thing!! Welcome, you will find great people here and great information. I look forward to seeing you on future post Dar  |
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Grand Wizard |
Welcome, Kdub! I'll add another link for you.
Learning About Migraines and Headaches - Where To Start We're happy to have you here! Let us know how we can help, ok?  -MJ my blog: http://rhymeswithmigraine.blogspot.com/ Why do I capitalize Migraine? Hope can grow from the soil of illness! http://www.InvisibleIllness.com "What will you do, if it does not turn out how you expect?" "I do not know. Nor shall I worry about it until it happens. I still have an action left to take; until I have exhausted it, I shall not despair." - Robin Hobb, Assassin's Quest |
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Forum Moderator Grand Wizard  |
Kdub, I think I welcomed you on another thread, but here's another welcome.
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Forum Moderator Guru  |
Welcome to the forum family Kdub! I'm so happy you found us
I look forward to seeing you around the forum and if you have any questions, just ask away! Laura Forum Moderator ***You're welcome to enter your birthday, etc in the Celebrate folder so we can party with you!! =) ***  |
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Community Manager Guru  |
Welcome to MyMigraineConnection.
Our moderators and members have given you great information, this is such a wonderful community, we're glad you found us! It may take our bodies three months to adjust to new medication. During this period we may see a reduction in potential side effects, notice I'm using the word potential . Topamax is best taken in a split dosage, twelve hours apart with a low starting dose and slow titration up. You can find more information on topamax dosing HERE. Keep us posted on how you are feeling, ok? |
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Sage |
Welcome,
The others have started you off with great information. Using the diary's can also help you keep track of what is going on with the prevenative. Sometimes all the changes do seem overwhelming. It can be tough. Take care and let us know if there is additional information you need. Cindy  |
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Maven |
Hi Kdub, welcome to the forum
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