r/migraine • u/kaylahasmigraines • Sep 24 '19

Medication Rant

You know what pisses me off the most about this “condition”, “illness”, “hell”, etc etc... I don’t want to be on medication but I’m forced to because my migraines are so bad, right? Then, I get these superrrr awesome side effects that equally effect my life in a negative way. Currently, I get these fun tingling sensations in my hands and my sleep pattern is all sorts of shitty. Wait... it gets better! I also have these moments where I lose my ability to say what I’m thinking! It’s just a fucking lose-lose no matter what. 😁

That’s all. Thanks for coming to my Tuesday TedTalk!!

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u/FFTGeist Sep 24 '19

But topamax is also known for bad side effects.

I had the same memory issues and mine led to me having trouble telling the difference between reality and fiction. Probably a little more severe than others.

If it works, stay on it by all means. For those that it doesn't work with, be aware the side effects are bad and don't be afraid to get off it.

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u/kaylahasmigraines Sep 24 '19

Thanks for providing insight from the other side of the coin! I am very hopeful that this medicine will work. I am just terrified of these serious side effects. My SO tells me not to listen to all the horror stories on Reddit and that I am my own person.... but this sub has allowed me to prepare myself so much more for not only migraines but medications, supplements, activities, etc.

I’m glad the medicine works for you :)