Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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I've been on Topamax and my hair has been falling out. Anyone have the same problem?
Thanks Shell
Thanks Shell

nobody666
mine did with depakote but it actually is growing back a little now that i'm off of it

deleted_user
I use to take it, and yes I had problems with hair loss and memory loss. Up your protein. I like Unjury: heres' a good recipe: 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate unjury, 1 tsp decaf instant coffee, 4 pkgs sweet and low, ice mix and serve. Its also really good with banana and strawberry chunks in it.

2kidmom
EEEk I have been there with Depakote, took 2 years to start growing back! Talk to the doc and try a diff med.

deleted_user
Poor you :(( Try Lamictal my hair is the longest it has ever been !!

deleted_user
My hair falls out much more when I'm stressed, you should see my shower wall after, it comes out in handfulls almost. Ok exaggerating a little but still, it's a lot and notive it when I'm stressed.

deleted_user
I noticed hair loss began after starting lithium. It could just be genetics. My father having started his forehead advancement around the same age. So far, the hair has thinned, but noone has really noticed it, cept yours truly.
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