I am currently 50 yrs old a female, I had a seizure several years ago, they found a small tumor on my pituitary and said keep an eye on it. Okay speed ahead. Nothing happens expect I lose weight and my life falls apart. ha ha.. approximately 6 months ago I developed a sinus infection that I ended up having surgery for to get rid of. Headaches the whole thing.The headache never disappeared. I still suffer and I am taking topomax at 100 mg. now ears ringing nausea lightheaded,dizzy fatigue weepy. I am beginning to thin the tumor is acting up even tho it has not grown to measure. I am at the end of my rope please help!i
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Hi Anon,
I'm sorry to hear about your tumor and Sinus Infection. It seems as though what you are experiencing are side effects of the Topamax. These include:
October 29, 2012 - 8:42amnumbness, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet
slowed reactions
difficulty concentrating
speech problems, especially difficulty thinking of specific words
memory problems
lack of coordination
confusion
nervousness
aggressive behavior
irritability
mood swings
depression
headache
drowsiness
weakness
excessive movement
uncontrollable shaking of a part of the body
uncontrollable eye movements
extreme thirst
weight loss
constipation
diarrhea
gas
heartburn
change in ability to taste food
swelling of the tongue
overgrowth of the gums
dry mouth
increased saliva
trouble swallowing
nosebleed
teary or dry eyes
back, muscle, or bone pain
missed menstrual periods
excessive menstrual bleeding
skin problems or changes in skin color
dandruff
hair loss
growth of hair in unusual places
ringing in the ears
difficulty falling or staying asleep
swelling of the hands, arms, feet, ankles, or lower legs
difficulty urinating or pain when urinating
Please talk to your doctor if you think this medication is causing more harm than good.
Best Wishes,
Rosa
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