Topamax and severe itching

I was prescribed Topamax several years ago and stopped because of the forgetfulness and trouble concentrating. The words I was thinking were not what was coming out of my mouth! I started to think I was losing it! I've been seeing a different doctor now who has suggested that I try it again (for migraines) and I guess I just didn't remember how bad it was, so I agreed to try it again, starting out at 25mg daily for the first week, then up to 50mg for the second week. As soon as I increased the dosage to 50mg, I developed a severe itching on the palms of my hands and the soles of my feet that just won't stop! I stopped taking the medicine two days ago, and I'm still waiting for it to go away (although it has improved slightly since stopping). There are other alternatives...just make sure each of you listen to your bodies and don't let doctors talk you into something that makes you feel bad. Only you know how you feel!