My husband has recently been diagnosed
with neuropathy. Is there a cure that
anyone knows of? Are there routine
tests??? We are pretty bummed out by
what we've found on the internet. Any
input would be greatly appreciated...
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sandyallen
Extremely EHEALTHy
Joined: 02 Feb 2004 Posts: 4580
Posted: 04-23-05 21:32pm
Welcome! Their are many types of
neuropathies. I am no Dr., my suggestion
is to eat properly, exercise and keep
functioning as much as possible both
physically and mentally, try not to
over-do-it, sleep is a very important
factor. Be careful of the depression
& anxiety. Do not go to just one
Dr., get other opinions. Read up on the
meds they give you, their are so many side
effects and they do not always help. I
myself am getting ready for a pain pump
with mixed meds as that will cut the side
effects and less of the brain foggyness
and I feel I will function better, even
though it is generally for the lower part
of your body, I feel that with less pain
on the lower part it will help the upper
part of my body as I will be more relaxed
and less tense in the upper part. These
are just my opinions.
Not only is the pain difficult but so is
the numbness as I fall quite a bit.
Sorry I have rambled on so much.
The best to you and yours.
Sincerely,
sandy
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ah_pssht
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 22 Apr 2005 Posts: 4 Location: Indiana
Posted: 04-29-05 11:08am
Thank you sandy. We've done some
research on neurontin. He is taking 100
mg/2xdaily, and it seems to be helping.
We have an appointment with a neurologist
in june. How long have you had this?
Take care
