I was diagnosed with axonal PN two years ago.
No pain, luckily, as it affects the nerves but not the nerve sheath.
Balance not so good, walking is a bit wavy on rough ground, and if I'm standing on a stool for instance I wobble about.
I have the 'tight socks' feeling, more so some days than others. Some night cramps which were quite bad, worse on nights when I've had alcohol although I'm not a heavy drinker. Helped by drinking half a glass of water before bed.
My legs/feet have reduced feeling below the knee.
It does not seem to be progressing upwards thank goodness.
The specialist says it may intensify but not necessarily progress upwards.
I think it important to do some regular exercises to preserve the strength in one's legs. Squats, especially.
What does the future hold? I suspect that none of us, nor our specialists, can really know.