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I also got my neuropathy after chemo and it has been just getting worse and worse. The numbness was originally just from my knees down to my toes and the tips of my fingers, but now the numbness is creeping up my legs to where my thighs and buttocks are now numb as well.
I finally went to a Neurologist, had two Nerve Conduction studies, and he said that the results didn't really support my symptoms so he ordered an MRI on my brain and neck. Well let me tell you....
I found out I have significant arthritis in my neck, I've got an extruded disc @ C4-5 and also @ C5-6.
I also have narrowing of the spinal canal in C5-6 and a disc bulge in C6-7!!
He said all of this is putting significant pressure on my spinal cord, and that is probably why I am having these symptoms. I am waiting for a 2nd opinion from a Neurosurgeon, because he thinks I will probably need neck surgery!
So I really think it is important to see a neurologist as soon as you can to make sure you're heading down the right path!
Yes, chemo causes neuropathy. Unfortunately, before you receive it the doctors tell you may feel some tingling but not to worry it will eventually go away. That is a blatant lie. There are so many of us out there that have had our lives destroyed by this illness caused from chemo! I’m one of the many.