My partner, 81 yrs old, in otherwise good health 'til now has recently finished chemo & radiation. Both protocols went very well...until a few days post radiation treatment. Each day more discomfort in overall acheness, then neuropathy...burning in hands & feet. She has widespread pain throughout her body. Her primary is gradually upping Gabapentin to around the 1100mg daily amount. Opoids are taken to elevate pain but she is hopeful the Gabapentin will kick in soon. She's been on 600mg for the past 3 days. Anyone have any idea how long it takes for the Gaba' to take effect. All her labs have been constitently very good.
With all medications, there is a risk-to-benefit that has to be watched closely. Thank you for any help & advise.