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I’m sorry I wasn’t clear. I did not have chemo just radiation. But I’m wondering if the exestamine I took afterwards for 6 years might be the cause of my numb feet and ankles. Thoughts?
Welcome @bonb1949, Sorry to hear that you developed neuropathy from your cancer treatment. I have only the numbness from my idiopathic small fiber peripheral neuropathy in my legs and feet. Balance is also a problem for me and it's good to hear you are exercising to help with your balance. You might find these related discussions helpful:
- Chemo-related Neuropathy https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/1st-time-at-mayo-for-neuropathy/
- Need hope: Neuropathy from chemo https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/needshope/
- Chemo-induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Breast Cancer https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-11/
- Baclofen for Chemo-induced Peripheral Neuropathy? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/baclofen-users/
- Cancer survivor now developing late side-effect of neuropathy https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/cancer-survivor-now-developing-neuropathy/
The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy has some good tips for balance problems that might be helpful:
- Brain-Based Balance Exercises: https://www.foundationforpn.org/brain-based-balance-exercises/
- Maintaining Balance: https://www.foundationforpn.org/maintaining-balance/
- 5 Tips for Maintaining Good Balance & Preventing Falls: https://www.foundationforpn.org/5-tips-for-maintaining-good-balance-preventing-falls/
Are you doing any specific type of exercise to help with your balance issue?