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Is loss of balance your primary complaint with neuropathy?

Neuropathy | Last Active: Feb 19 10:57pm | Replies (172)

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@allegheny I have had neuropathy that started after cancer treatment 10years ago. It started with the feeling like my socks were all bunched up under my toes & has gotten progressively worse. It has now progressed up to my ankles & balance is a problem but I am also 81 years have stenosis of the spine which I understand can contribute to neuropathy. But last years by evening my feet felt like they were on fire. My doctor put me on Duloxetine & almost immediately they were 98% better. I still have neuropathy, balance isn’t any better but I am much more comfortable at night & sleep has improved. I think everybody’s neuropathy can present differently it’s just finding what works for each of us. Good luck.

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Welcome @pann, Thanks for sharing what helps you. You might also be interested in these related discussions:
-- Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/chemotherapy-induced-neuropathy/
-- Neuropathy: Cymbalta helped my husband. What helped you?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-32/
Have you tried any balance exercises to see if they may help improve your balance?

@pann I was already on Cymbalta when I got neuropathy, so I don’t know if or how much it really helps. I’m so glad it helps you.