Thank you Jackie and all for the encouraging words. Yes, it is fustrating that the pain is back. I was luck to be pain free for so long - almost seven years. I truly believe my taking clonazapam (1 mlg. a nite) kept it away. I took the pill for sleep aide and anxiety. I had no idea it was used for TN. Unbelievable - right? When I decided I wanted to try sleeping without help - things went south real fast.
Ok - now I am back on topamax - 50 mlg. a day - at nite. I don't think I can handle it during the day (driving, working, and all). Anybody have any suggestions for daytime pain?? I go back to oral surgeon who is treating me on Tuesday. Appreciate all your experiences. I have cancelled my vacation plans. Just can't see travelling at this time. Thanks again for support - best to all of you as well.