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What is the best preventer of migraine?

A

Topiramate

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What are 5 major side effects of topiramate?

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Potential teratogenicity
Changes urine pH leading to risk of kidney stones
Pins and needles
Cognitive impairment/clouding
Weight loss
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What are 2 features of a history suggesting a low pressure headache?

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Increased symptoms upon standing

No symptoms first thing in the morning

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What are 3 CT/MRI signs of low CSF?

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Reduced pontomesencephalic angle
Brainstem sagging
Round (vs triangular) transverse sinus on sagittal view

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