That’s great Lisa, I’m so glad your crash was short-lived! xx
Hi Lisa!
Sorry you had a crash, but sooo happy you recovered rather quickly. I’ve decided to start coming off of the Topamax. I’ve given it the ole college try 5 days going from 125mg to 200mg and 20 days later the side effects are just not letting up. I know it was aggressive but ever since the beginning of Oct when I started Topamax it’s been a struggle. Really no success story like yours so I gotta say although I’ve given it my all, Topamax is not the answer for me. Good news is I’ve lost a good bit of weight even through the Holidays 
Anyway, again, sooooo happy that it’s working for you and hope now that the holidays are winding down things will get even better!!
Hang in there girl…you’re doing it!!
Judy
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Hello all,
Just wanted to recap everyone! I am doing very well again. I recovered very quickly from the crash. Topamax is still my lifesaver. Some days believe it or not..I forget I have MAV. I am at about 85% sometimes almost 90%! Its amazing. I hope to continue this way. I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday!
Lisa <3
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Hi Lisa,
Glad your crash was short-lived. I’m just interested to know, do you attribute your wellness to anything other than/or in addition to the Topamax ,for instance stress reduction?
Lisa
Only just read that you’ve had a"crash " . So glad that you’re feeling better again. You recovered quickly on the Topamax which is a great sign . Hope you continue to feel well!!
Anne x
Judy,
I am so sad to hear that you are off the topa, but I hope you find that med that works for you! I know you gave topa your all! What route are you going to try next? Thank you so much for the kind words! I hope you are doing well-- I know its going to be tough going off the meds…I’m praying for you :roll:
<3 ,
Lisa
Missmoss,
Actually, I dont really know what else I did. I was def under a lot of stress prior to the crash. I really did try to take it easy the days following the crash. But, I really didnt do anything too different…I gradually felt better as the days went on..and as my period got over. (I really think its hormones!!!)
Hope you are well!!!
Lisa
Jem & Anne,
Thank you so much for your kind words.. hope you are doing well!
x
Lisa
Lisa
has topamax fixed up your vision ?
Nabeel,
I still have my daily floaters.. so I guess it really hasnt done much for that .. however my vision is alot better when I use the computer … I am still very light sensitive though .. Ill keep you posted as I improve ..
Lisa
Lisa do let me know if u see any sign of improvement with your visuals. Im on day 7 of topamax now hoping that it will get rid of my visual crap
hey lisa, i know this is a an old post, i do hope u see it and u have time to reply though would really appreciate ur input
so ive head MAV i guess for 2 years + now. started topamax 1/2018. titration upwards has been really difficult. ive only recently like 4 days back reached the 75 mg but the diIzzjness and head oressure and general strange feeling has been very unpleasant. i know its expected wkth dose increases but ive noticed 2 weeks back when i was on 62.5mg i was doing well for 2 weeks but then all the symptoms came back so i decided to go up to 75mg and see if it helps. have u found that it helps to stay longer on the dose or is it better to try to get to the “magical” 100mg to see if topamax actually works?