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New Kid on the block with several questions

Neuropathy | Last Active: Jan 18 5:53pm | Replies (16)

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It would be good to see a neurologist to better find out what is going on and possibly to get some meds. In the meantime you could try a magnesium lotion on the areas that are tingling, burning etc. There are many available on Amazon. I use the lotion by Life-Flo as it is hypoallergenic and my sensitive skin does not mind it. The lotion helps me a lot. Also things that have helped me are getting out of bed and walking around barefoot on the carpet for 5 or 10 minutes, or using a foot massager for 10 minutes. There are supplements that can help and prescription meds but IMHO it would be good to talk with a doctor about what is safe to take or not. This web group also has a lot of posts on what to do and/or use at night, as unfortunately the tingling and burning at night, with lack of sleep, seems to be pretty.
universal. In my case I use the magnesium lotion at night and take Rx gabapentin only at night.

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I am a young 85 and have had neuropathy for just a couple of years. I have been given gabapentin by my Dr. which I take nightly. I think it started with sciatica and other back issues related to osteoporosis. I have tried and
spent money on the vitamins promoted by hucksters on line. I went to a Neurologist who after reviewing the MRI called it riduculopathy. It affects my right foot more so than my left. I find avoiding certain foods and beverages
seem to help. I also have a PT doing deep tissue work on my back and legs,
and use soothing lotions on feet (IcyHot Lidocaine cream).
I think it's gradually improving.