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Neuropathy | Last Active: Jan 31 9:41pm | Replies (1208)Comment receiving replies
I have never been diagnosed with Neuropathy. My Dr. tells me I cannot have it, since I do not have diabetes. But has never told me what it might be. This has been going on for possibly 15 years. I recently discovered benadryl can cause neuropathy. I have taken it for years. Since I found out about it, I stopped it. I used it to help me sleep - WRONG!! But a nurse told me if it helps, go ahead. The pain is much worse when I am lying down. Mornings are really hard, but when I get up, it is somewhat better. I do not have any numbness - yet. My only help has been prayer. I am 94 next month so don't do a lot of walking. -
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@pattiposky1930
Your doctor is mistaken. Many of us have Peripheral Neuropathy and are not diabetic.
If you have been having pain for 15 years, and no numbness I would guess that it’s not Neuropathy. I’m not a doctor, however I have had neuropathy for almost 10 years. Pain with numbness are the hallmarks of the disease.
Could your pain be caused by arthritis ?
Praying is absolutely the best way to handle the pain. Psalm 121 is my comfort.