Yes, I take lexapro. I had pretty bad side effects for the first month but after that they greatly reduced. I'd say you need to give it a few more weeks and see how you feel....
I'm sorry to hear what you're going through. I also have visual snow and 'trails'. I get black trails that are kind of like slimey shaped? it's hard to explain. The only thing I've found to help is...
You're young stay focused. Look towards the future, you have a whole long life to live!...
I'm a new member but I just want to say I read your post and hope everything gets better for you. Hang in there please :(...