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Posted by Aleese on March 11, 2006, at 18:20:34
In reply to Re: If you were on Topomax and had to stop for a f » Aleese, posted by storm rider on March 11, 2006, at 15:37:01
> I just heard before that the affects change if you get off and then return or maybe I didn't hear correctly as I do that from time to time!!!
> >
>
> Remember that this is a medication that is used as much for its side effect effects as for its initial reason for development...
> and it is important to remember that it is taken slowly and to allow the med to build up slowly in the system or it will not work properly at all...
> instead it will cause all sorts of unwanted and unwelcome side effects... indeed it will lead to other health problems...
>
> if you are taking it for migraine it will start to work rather quickly from what I have learned;
> if it is for weight loss, then it has to be allowed to do its work over a longer period of time...
> when one stops taking it, the weight simply piles on again...
> and that adds to the emotional problems that some people are taking it for...
>
> life is indeed a circle game...
>
I am taking it for both weightloss and migranes and I am on 100 mgs a day I hope my Dr. has me on the correct dosage. What do you think?
Posted by SandyWeb on March 17, 2006, at 8:03:56
In reply to Re: If you were on Topomax and had to stop for a f, posted by Aleese on March 11, 2006, at 18:20:34
Hi all,
I've been on Topamax for almost 1.5 months now, and it is great! My doctor and I have worked me up to 100mg at night and 100mg in the morning so far, and we'll probably keep going up to 400mg unless I start having difficulties. I take it mainly for two reasons: to combat the massive weight I've gained from Remeron (over 50 pounds, and I'm prone to diabetes since I had gestational diabetes with both my babies), and for mood stabilization (which gabapentin was doing until it pooped out about 6 months ago).
I find Topamax to be a very clean, clear-headed, non-dopey, alert, "brings back the old Sandy"-type med. I really like it. Very few side effects, which mainly only occurred within the first few days and then went away.
That being said......I do have one side affect that is NOT going away and is bothering me A LOT. I AM FREEZING....ALL THE TIME. My whole body. My hands, my nose, my legs, my face, my feet, EVERYTHING. I'm constantly drinking hot coffee, and that helps for the time. I have the heater blasting, but that doesn't seem to help matters because I'm sweating my family!!!! I'm bundled in winter clothes, and even wear a hat inside the house at times. I mean, I'M COLD!
I'm almost scared to take my temperature. If it's too low, I may have to stop the Topamax, right? But this med is almost like a lifesaver. Even my sister says that she sees the old Sandra that she used to know. I feel me too! Argh!
Has anyone had this happen? Is this just a side effect that takes quite some time to adjust to? Or do I need to live inside my quilt from now on??
I'd greatly appreciate hearing from any of you. I really love this medication! I've read about hyPERthermia, but not hyPOthermia. Any words of wisdom? Should I become the crazy cat lady and surround myself with a bunch of warm purring kitty cats?? *smile*
Hugs,
Sandy
Posted by bridgey1128 on March 17, 2006, at 9:46:16
In reply to TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by SandyWeb on March 17, 2006, at 8:03:56
That's an interesting problem. I am a very hotnatured person by nature so I have found that taking the Topamax makes me quite comfortable if a little chilly sometimes. Although, I would MUCH rather be cold than hot ANYDAY! I think it changes one's PERCEPTION of cold rather than our actual temperature because I have had my temperature taken and it hasn't changed up or down. I am not sure why this is a side effect or if it changes maybe circulation? Talk to your Dr about it. Kitty cats help. :) SO take 6 cats and call your Dr in the morning. :D
Posted by rainy on March 17, 2006, at 10:06:04
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by bridgey1128 on March 17, 2006, at 9:46:16
Aha! Although I begin to gripe and complain when it gets much above 75 F. outside and insist on sleeping in a 60 degree room with two cats and a husband, I'm freezing to death this winter.
I thought it was poor circulation since it's been to cold (in NJ? not likely) to walk much--it never occured to me to pin it on Topamax--I take 400 mgs a day. Tingling hands after two years of no such symptoms, yes. But layers and layers of clothes? Nah. A contractor who should be sued although I'm sure he's dead by now.
rainy
Posted by storm rider on March 17, 2006, at 11:07:35
In reply to TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by SandyWeb on March 17, 2006, at 8:03:56
> Hi all,
>
> I've been on Topamax for almost 1.5 months now, and it is great! My doctor and I have worked me up to 100mg at night and 100mg in the morning so far, and we'll probably keep going up to 400mg unless I start having difficulties. I take it mainly for two reasons: to combat the massive weight I've gained from Remeron (over 50 pounds, and I'm prone to diabetes since I had gestational diabetes with both my babies), and for mood stabilization (which gabapentin was doing until it pooped out about 6 months ago).
>
> I find Topamax to be a very clean, clear-headed, non-dopey, alert, "brings back the old Sandy"-type med. I really like it. Very few side effects, which mainly only occurred within the first few days and then went away.
>
> That being said......I do have one side affect that is NOT going away and is bothering me A LOT. I AM FREEZING....ALL THE TIME. My whole body. My hands, my nose, my legs, my face, my feet, EVERYTHING. I'm constantly drinking hot coffee, and that helps for the time. I have the heater blasting, but that doesn't seem to help matters because I'm sweating my family!!!! I'm bundled in winter clothes, and even wear a hat inside the house at times. I mean, I'M COLD!
>
> I'm almost scared to take my temperature. If it's too low, I may have to stop the Topamax, right? But this med is almost like a lifesaver. Even my sister says that she sees the old Sandra that she used to know. I feel me too! Argh!
>
> Has anyone had this happen? Is this just a side effect that takes quite some time to adjust to? Or do I need to live inside my quilt from now on??
>
> I'd greatly appreciate hearing from any of you. I really love this medication! I've read about hyPERthermia, but not hyPOthermia. Any words of wisdom? Should I become the crazy cat lady and surround myself with a bunch of warm purring kitty cats?? *smile*
>
> Hugs,
>
> Sandy
>Sandy, a couple of things come to mind...
first of all, there is a tingling effect that comes with taking topomax... pins and needles in the extremities...
and if you are prone to diabetes there may be a circulation problem...
has anyone looked into that?that said, the sense of being cold may be adjustment to the weight loss and the loss of insulation
I hate warm weather, always have said I would happy spending winters in this Northern Ontario climate then heading to the Arctic about the first of April...
however, I do find that I feel the cold more now that I have lost so much weight...
the only advice I can give...and I am diabetic by the way, with the accompanying circulation problems... not much left to go wrong, although I still have my tonsils and appendix LOL...
is to follow the recommendations I have been given...
for one thing don't use bath oil... that is really not a great idea apparently...
if your feet are cold, take a good penetrating foot cream and massage the entire foot with it
then wear a sock that is not ribbed with nylon or elastic, a warm one.. cosy type <s>
layered cosy clothing helps too...
clothing that lets your body breathe and feel comfortable...I find that I am more comfortable in soft knit sweaters ... I have to dress for work... the goldfish bowl routine... but I try to choose dress fabrics that are soft and comfortable and feel warm to the skin...
well I know what I mean LOLand it does get better...
I keep sheepskin type throws on the couch so I can snuggle into them to read or script my shows...
they look rather attractive against the neutral couch and they are practical too...
it is a matter of comfort and success for you...
the success in achieving stabilisation is vital and the comfort is a vital part of it...you will beat it, I promise...
kat
Posted by Caedmon on March 17, 2006, at 13:17:02
In reply to TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by SandyWeb on March 17, 2006, at 8:03:56
Interestingly, yes, I have been suspecting Topamax as reducing my ability to withstand this latest winter. I thought for a while that maybe I was hypothyroid, but TSH levels said no. I am naturally a cold-weather-dweller, so it's been a surprising event.
I'm starting on Lamictal and will be reducing my Topamax dose, but of course this is over the Spring. When it gets warm. So, who knows!
Posted by SLS on March 19, 2006, at 9:40:27
In reply to TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by SandyWeb on March 17, 2006, at 8:03:56
I know exactly what you are talking about. Depression leaves me feeling cold all of the time. I feel fine when I respond to an antidepressant.
There have been a few times when I have had this reaction to antidepressants when first starting them or upon a dosage increase. The tip of your nose gets particularly cold. My guess is that, for me, this is the result from a change in the way the brain is managing your autonomic nervous system. Too much sympathetic and/or too little parasympathetic. This tends to shunt blood away from the skin and force it into the muscles.
As for Topamax, I'm not sure what's going on. However, I doubt that you will have to discontinue it. If anything, Topamax is supposed to raise body temperature. As was suggested earlier, it might be a good idea to have your thyroid checked. Hopefully, this thing will resolve on its own given more time. 1.5 months is still pretty early on. Sometimes certain side effects from antidepressants disappear or mitigate after 3 or more months. When I first started taking Parnate, my hands, feet, and the tip of my nose were freezing cold. This side effect completely disappeared after a few months.
What other drugs are you taking?
My advice is to talk to your doctor and do some Googling.
- Scott
Posted by Aleese on March 19, 2006, at 16:03:43
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » SandyWeb, posted by SLS on March 19, 2006, at 9:40:27
How long before anyone noticed any weight loss if at all?
Posted by SandyWeb on March 19, 2006, at 16:42:21
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by Aleese on March 19, 2006, at 16:03:43
Oh my gosh, I noticed the weight loss within days!!! I am absolutely thrilled!! I'm now on 200mg, and I've gone from a size 14 to a size 10 pants. Can you say, "Happy, happy, happy?" I've always been a slim girl, around 105 pounds. After my gigantic babies (8' 6" and 9' 3"....I know...ouch!), I went back down to 105 pounds. But then I decided I didn't like the boney look, so decided to go up to 115-120 pounds. What a great size!!!!! I wouldn't ever want to go lower than that. My bones don't hurt people! Lol!!!!
I don't expect to get back down to 115 pounds, but I don't have a bathroom scale. All I know is that the pounds are definately coming off daily....and I'm constantly pulling my pants up!! But, alas, my breasts are getting smaller.
I would be happy to end up at 130 pounds. I'm actually starting a Stepper program tomorrow. I've been so inactive for the past couple of years. Thought I might have a heart attack with all this added weight!!! Lol! I gained over 50 pounds on Remeron. The Topamax just basically makes me forget to eat. So I drink water (don't want those dreaded kidney stones), cup of soups, Diet Pepsi, hard sugarless candy to suck on, oh and I'll indulge in a TV dinner from time to time. At some point I know my body is going to begin to feel hungry, so I'll have to figure out some sort of nutritional meal menu. For now, starvation is great! Lol.
Still freezing too.
Sandy
Posted by rainy on March 19, 2006, at 16:50:29
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » SandyWeb, posted by Caedmon on March 17, 2006, at 13:17:02
Aleese, some people don't lose weight on Topamax. Many who do begin to notice weight loss at about 200 or 225 mgs. But that's just a ball park figure, too. If you're really wanting to lose weight, be sure to be watching calories and exercise and all that boring stuff.
rainy
Posted by SandyWeb on March 19, 2006, at 16:53:43
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » SandyWeb, posted by SLS on March 19, 2006, at 9:40:27
SLS asked:
If anything, Topamax is supposed to raise body temperature.What other drugs are you taking?
-----------------
Hi Scott,
Yes, I've heard that Topamax causes problems with the inability to sweat (particularly in peds), and thus their body temperature raises. But I still can't find anything lengthy on hypothermia in adults. Today hasn't seemed as cold as most days, so.......fingers crossed. I'm really hoping that it's a side effect that takes a little longer than most to correct itself. Because it sure is difficult to deal with in the winter! Brrrzzzyyyy.
The other meds I'm on are:
Topamax: 100mg morning and 100mg evening
Inderal LA: 80mg morning and 80 evening
Remeron: 45mg evening
Seroquel: 100mg evening
clonazepam: 2mg morning and 2mg afternoon
Have a great day!!Sandy
Posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 11:43:59
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » Aleese, posted by SandyWeb on March 19, 2006, at 16:42:21
> Oh my gosh, I noticed the weight loss within days!!! I am absolutely thrilled!! I'm now on 200mg, and I've gone from a size 14 to a size 10 pants. Can you say, "Happy, happy, happy?" I've always been a slim girl, around 105 pounds. After my gigantic babies (8' 6" and 9' 3"....I know...ouch!), I went back down to 105 pounds. But then I decided I didn't like the boney look, so decided to go up to 115-120 pounds. What a great size!!!!! I wouldn't ever want to go lower than that. My bones don't hurt people! Lol!!!!
>
> I don't expect to get back down to 115 pounds, but I don't have a bathroom scale. All I know is that the pounds are definately coming off daily....and I'm constantly pulling my pants up!! But, alas, my breasts are getting smaller.
>
> I would be happy to end up at 130 pounds. I'm actually starting a Stepper program tomorrow. I've been so inactive for the past couple of years. Thought I might have a heart attack with all this added weight!!! Lol! I gained over 50 pounds on Remeron. The Topamax just basically makes me forget to eat. So I drink water (don't want those dreaded kidney stones), cup of soups, Diet Pepsi, hard sugarless candy to suck on, oh and I'll indulge in a TV dinner from time to time. At some point I know my body is going to begin to feel hungry, so I'll have to figure out some sort of nutritional meal menu. For now, starvation is great! Lol.
>
> Still freezing too.
>
> Sandy
>I am onl at 50 mg a day maybe thats why I dont see or feel a difference? I am hoping an up dosage will help that part.
Posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 11:47:21
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » Caedmon, posted by rainy on March 19, 2006, at 16:50:29
> Aleese, some people don't lose weight on Topamax. Many who do begin to notice weight loss at about 200 or 225 mgs. But that's just a ball park figure, too. If you're really wanting to lose weight, be sure to be watching calories and exercise and all that boring stuff.
>
> rainy
>
> Well I am only on 50 mgs a day but I am hoping once I go up that my appetite will change. I did notice 1 change and that is I can no longer drink soda (my passion) and I am drinking more water (along with lemonade) i am just tired of this weight thing since it was never an issue until my first son!!!
Posted by rainy on March 20, 2006, at 13:04:57
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 11:47:21
Yeah, soft drinks lost their fizz for me too. I didn't start to lose weight until I was at 225 mgs and then it was as much to do with the fact that I wasn't eating because I was depressed as with the topamax.
I guess everybody's metabolism is different--50 mgs might not help you lose but then if you gave up the lemonade, who knows? Topamax isn't a diet pill, though and some people have been disappointed that it didn't cause them to shed pounds at even higher doses. I figure I lost about ten pounds on it but then I'm careful about what I eat and I exercise daily. (usually.) I lost more pounds because of depression than durn old expensive Topamax.
Speaking of which, there's a bitter wind blowing and I guess I'll go walk around the durn old expensive mall on this first day of spring while the foolish daffodils in our back yard hide their heads from the icy air.
rainy
Posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 13:10:41
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by rainy on March 20, 2006, at 13:04:57
> Yeah, soft drinks lost their fizz for me too. I didn't start to lose weight until I was at 225 mgs and then it was as much to do with the fact that I wasn't eating because I was depressed as with the topamax.
>
> I guess everybody's metabolism is different--50 mgs might not help you lose but then if you gave up the lemonade, who knows? Topamax isn't a diet pill, though and some people have been disappointed that it didn't cause them to shed pounds at even higher doses. I figure I lost about ten pounds on it but then I'm careful about what I eat and I exercise daily. (usually.) I lost more pounds because of depression than durn old expensive Topamax.
>
> Speaking of which, there's a bitter wind blowing and I guess I'll go walk around the durn old expensive mall on this first day of spring while the foolish daffodils in our back yard hide their heads from the icy air.
>
> rainy
>
>
> Did you notice any weight loss from not drinking soda?
>
Posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 13:14:19
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by rainy on March 20, 2006, at 13:04:57
I already DO know that diet & excersize help with weight loss (thats OBVIOUS!!) but I also know that for alot of people Topomax does too!!
I drink lots of water now and SOMETIMES lemonade.
Posted by bridgey1128 on March 20, 2006, at 14:36:16
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 13:10:41
I noticed immediate appetite loss the second time around as well at 25mg and it has continued. I am back up to 125mg and I think I will stay here for awhile. I am still cold. My taste hasn't changed but I have found I can no longer drink anything but water because my body retains water like mad if I drink anything BUt water. I drank tea yesterday and a diet soda the day before and wasn't drinking as MUCH water with it and my fingers began to swell. I have had to take a diuretic to keep up with the water swelling. My BP hasn't gone up though. I went back on it initially because I gained back the 30lbs I lost after going off it. I also needed to be more even keeled, although I haven't noticed much of a behavior change this go round. Just the appetite and being cold most of the time. My feet and hands are really cold and usually they are so hot they are red. First day of spring and we get sleet! Gee that only makes sense because when it was winter we were having 84 degree days! :P Gotta love NC!
Posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 15:12:39
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by bridgey1128 on March 20, 2006, at 14:36:16
> I noticed immediate appetite loss the second time around as well at 25mg and it has continued. I am back up to 125mg and I think I will stay here for awhile. I am still cold. My taste hasn't changed but I have found I can no longer drink anything but water because my body retains water like mad if I drink anything BUt water. I drank tea yesterday and a diet soda the day before and wasn't drinking as MUCH water with it and my fingers began to swell. I have had to take a diuretic to keep up with the water swelling. My BP hasn't gone up though. I went back on it initially because I gained back the 30lbs I lost after going off it. I also needed to be more even keeled, although I haven't noticed much of a behavior change this go round. Just the appetite and being cold most of the time. My feet and hands are really cold and usually they are so hot they are red. First day of spring and we get sleet! Gee that only makes sense because when it was winter we were having 84 degree days! :P Gotta love NC!
You noticed appetite loss at 25 mg a day? How long did it take before you noticed it?
Posted by bridgey1128 on March 20, 2006, at 15:53:45
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 15:12:39
A couple days, but that is me. The first go round at 50mg I didn't notice any appetite decrease and yet I still lost 30lbs. I am not hungry now at 125mg but I haven't lost but maybe 10lbs.
Posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 17:24:24
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by bridgey1128 on March 20, 2006, at 15:53:45
Really you didnt notice an appetite decrease at 50 mgs either? Did your appetite seem to stay the same at 50 mgs but you lost anyway? If so why do you think you lost?
Posted by Storm Rider on March 22, 2006, at 9:37:23
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by bridgey1128 on March 20, 2006, at 15:53:45
> A couple days, but that is me. The first go round at 50mg I didn't notice any appetite decrease and yet I still lost 30lbs. I am not hungry now at 125mg but I haven't lost but maybe 10lbs.
The weight is going to come crashing off in a tidal wave... but you will have an appetite suppressant effect and the weight will continue to fall away...
better that it comes off slowly and stays off...
for one thing a drastic weight loss is anything but healthy and usually doesn't last...
it comes back and with interest...ten pounds is a beginning and now you look forward to the next ten pounds and the next and so on...
at the moment I am trying to find something in the closet that I can wear to work this evening...
I have not a blazer or jacket that fits... twelve leather and suede jackets and all are too big and look it... last week I think it was I took out a favourite blouse and had to use safety pins to make the collar fit properly...
For this evening's programme I have to dress approriately... and none of my skirts fit around the waist, skirts that once were mid-calf length now trail around my ankles as waists sling themselves somewhere around my hips and I hope they will stay there... but the jacket thing....
I look as if I am wearing my husband's sports coats..
have to whip out today between taping news stand-ups for the six o'clock and find a jacket that will work and then find something to wear as a blouse or sweater underneath it...
I now need a size three skirt or jeans...
Posted by Storm Rider on March 22, 2006, at 9:39:42
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by Aleese on March 20, 2006, at 17:24:24
> Really you didnt notice an appetite decrease at 50 mgs either? Did your appetite seem to stay the same at 50 mgs but you lost anyway? If so why do you think you lost?
I found weight loss starting at 25 mg... and the disinterest in junk food starting within the first three days...
kat
Posted by SandyWeb on March 22, 2006, at 11:55:59
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » Aleese, posted by Storm Rider on March 22, 2006, at 9:39:42
Hi all,
To get back on the topic of HYPOTHERMIA.....
I began Topamax on February 7th at a low dose of 50mg. I am now at a dose of 200mg. For the majority of that time, I can honestly say that I've been absolutely FREEZING! Not fun! I really don't know why so many of us seem to have experienced this, but I have wonderful news for any of you sitting at your computers wrapped in quilts and wool socks and winter hats pulled down over your ears!!! Lol!
I would have to say that about 75% of that horrid coldness has gone away in the past couple weeks. I mainly feel it in my hands now, and if so inclined, I can touch my nose and go, "Brrrr!". Lol. But I can dress normally now (although with a cardigan sweater on), and I feel pretty much normal for how someone should feel in the winter months. This side effect just took an extra long time to balance out.
So jump up and down. Get happy. You won't be freezing forever! I'd have to say that was the absolute worse part of Topamax. I hope each increase doesn't cause such a major drop in temperature. Wow!! That was really something!
As for the appetite suppressant, it still is working wonders for me. I definately need belts to hold the ole pants up now. Something horrible has happened with my bras, though!!! Lol. It's actually rather a game to go into my closet now and see what clothes now fit that I couldn't even pull up over my hips a few months ago!
Someone mentioned that they've lost the desire for junk food. I've found that too. I don't mind a LITTLE bit of chocolate from time to time, but I can't imagine eating a whole chocolate bar or even a bag of chips. I still like soda pop,BUT it has to be Diet Pepsi (zero calories, so that doesn't hurt). Love my coffee, but I use the zero calorie Sugar Twin. I just plain don't eat that much. But if I get an urge, I have bananas, apples, and grapes. And LOTS of water.
Anyways, you WILL warm up again!!!!!!!!! By summer, you'll be wishing you were cold again!!!! Lol!
Sandy
Posted by Storm Rider on March 22, 2006, at 14:16:51
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia, posted by SandyWeb on March 22, 2006, at 11:55:59
> Hi all,
>
> To get back on the topic of HYPOTHERMIA.....
>
> I began Topamax on February 7th at a low dose of 50mg. I am now at a dose of 200mg. For the majority of that time, I can honestly say that I've been absolutely FREEZING! Not fun! I really don't know why so many of us seem to have experienced this, but I have wonderful news for any of you sitting at your computers wrapped in quilts and wool socks and winter hats pulled down over your ears!!! Lol!
>
> I would have to say that about 75% of that horrid coldness has gone away in the past couple weeks. I mainly feel it in my hands now, and if so inclined, I can touch my nose and go, "Brrrr!". Lol. But I can dress normally now (although with a cardigan sweater on), and I feel pretty much normal for how someone should feel in the winter months. This side effect just took an extra long time to balance out.
>
> So jump up and down. Get happy. You won't be freezing forever! I'd have to say that was the absolute worse part of Topamax. I hope each increase doesn't cause such a major drop in temperature. Wow!! That was really something!
>
> As for the appetite suppressant, it still is working wonders for me. I definately need belts to hold the ole pants up now. Something horrible has happened with my bras, though!!! Lol. It's actually rather a game to go into my closet now and see what clothes now fit that I couldn't even pull up over my hips a few months ago!
>
> Someone mentioned that they've lost the desire for junk food. I've found that too. I don't mind a LITTLE bit of chocolate from time to time, but I can't imagine eating a whole chocolate bar or even a bag of chips. I still like soda pop,BUT it has to be Diet Pepsi (zero calories, so that doesn't hurt). Love my coffee, but I use the zero calorie Sugar Twin. I just plain don't eat that much. But if I get an urge, I have bananas, apples, and grapes. And LOTS of water.
>
> Anyways, you WILL warm up again!!!!!!!!! By summer, you'll be wishing you were cold again!!!! Lol!
>
> Sandy
>Losing weight that came about for all the wrong reasons is really an awesome experience, isn't it, Sandy <G>
Congratulations!!!A footnote to this hypothermia thread.
Of late I have been experiencing an unexplained weight loss. Tests have shown no reason for the sudden drop... it cannot be linked even to the topomax; there is no apparent link to any physical cause.
Suddenly I am unable to eat a meal, have no interest in food. A few bites of food and I feel as full as after a huge feast. I feel nauseated because I have not eaten, nauseated if I do eat. Again, no explanation.
Losing three or four pounds in a week is not uncommon.
With this new weight loss, I, who never feel the cold... oh I whine when the temperature is in the low seventies, longing for the return of winter...
am constantly shivering and looking for heavier socks and another sweater...
and as I mentioned earlier, finding clothes that fit me has become a serious challenge. Anorexia is becoming a part of the daily discussion... no I am not anorexic. I would like to eat, food just has no appeal and I am full very quickly when I do eat...
the wrong foods and I am ill immediately...
bizarre... the doctors tell me it is not the topomax... but they cannot say what it is...
so now I am drinking those wretched meal supplements yecchhh... and lots of water... for lunch I had some chicken, plain because any seasoning is apt to upset the applecart...however, back to hypothermia. I was told today by one of the health pros that losing weight changes the body's approach to life... it no longer knows how to deal with cold in the way it always has, so it has to develop new strategies and until it adjusts to the new size and the new metabolism and all the rest of it... should have taped what she said, sorry... then we feel the cold more intensely...
apparently once I either adjust or gain some weight as in start eating, I shall feel the cold more intensely...
so when your body adjusts to the thinner you, you will then be more comfortable with the atmosphere around you....sounds so logical when she explains it...
kat
Posted by SandyWeb on March 22, 2006, at 14:41:13
In reply to Re: TOPAMAX and Hypothermia » SandyWeb, posted by Storm Rider on March 22, 2006, at 14:16:51
Hi Kat,
Oh, don't believe 100% of what the doctors tell you. You know your own body best, right? We know the Topamax is the main culprit here.....but I'm willing to put up with the discomforts for the weight loss, the mood stabilization, and the just plain feeling more like the old Sandra than I have in years.
There's one thing I forgot to mention, and I don't know if any of you are going through this too. PROBABLY! Lol. Are you having a build-up of stomache acid? I have never in my 40 years of life had acid indigestion!!! It definately makes me not want to eat or drink, and this sour/acid stuff keeps coming up my throat. It can happen for a short period of time during the day, or it can seem to last most of the day. Makes me feel UGH!!!!
So I've got myself a big ole box of Ranitidine 75 mg (generic brand of a stomache acid reducer). Lasts for 9 hours. Why pay the outrageous brand costs when this is the same ingredient???? This box comes with 60 pills, and it only takes one pill to work (occassionally I need 2, but very rarely). No more acidic tummy after about 10-15 minutes. Without it, there would be days that I wouldn't even be able to drink water!!!!!!
So, I know the extra acid in my stomache is from the Topamax because I've never had it before AND this is when the symptom began. I'm going to be a walking pharmacy before too long! Lol!
Does anyone know why Topamax would cause excess stomache acid?
And, hey......here's something else!! LOL!!!! My sister was just pointing out the other day how nice my hair was looking lately!!!!! She said it just looked so soft and pretty! Hee hee!!!! So I'm now a walking pharmacy with pretty hair!!!!!
Sandy
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