memory loss with migraines - is it just me?

Hi everyone,

       I was wondering if anyone else has experienced significant memory loss with migraines. Over the last 2 yrs my migraines have been out of controll. I have tried many different meds with out much success. There are literaly monthe that I do not remember. My husband has told me things that I have said and done that have shocked me.

           Mostly conversations with family members that were not very positive. It has really upset me as the way I have apparently acted is not at all how I feel about my family and it is not consistent with how I have acted in the past with them.

             I am also wondering if the meds could have also caused this . I read a post about pyschogenic migraines and dissociation. I have not been told that I have this but I am wondering if that is also refering to memory loss.

             Has this happened to anyone else?I really want to make sure it does not happen again and would appreciate any input.

 

I am sorry to hear about your husband's memory loss. I agree with you that it is very scary. If you feel comfotable could you share what meds the doctors think may be causing it? I would like to see if we have taken the same meds.

Hi Guys,

There are one or two meds that have a side effect of memory loss, there is Topamax for instance, which can have that effect on some people. It is always advisable to discuss this with your Doctor.

take care

Ann

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Co-Moderator of the Migraine/Headache Forum

Hi somedayishere,

Sorry I have not got back to you before. I felt sure there was another med other than Topamax that had memory loss as a side effect but I cannot remember which one it was lol!!!! For the time being it looks like Topamax is the only one!!! So forgive me if I spoke out of turn there. If I find anything else I will let you know.

take care

Ann

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Co-Moderator of the Migraine/Headache Forum