@llanfi
Thanks Mary for all of the additional information you provided on your health history.
I have had neuropathy for approximately 7 years it has mostly remained in my numb feet. I also have severe Osteoarthritis. Over the years , I was uncertain as to what caused my pain. A long story of search entailed, much too long for this message. I will soon arrive at my 79th birthday and was extremely active in Playing pickleball until June of this year. I honestly have found most doctors to be of no help, when it comes to the above issues. Perhaps a Neurologist may be helpful if the neuropathy progresses. What seems to help me the most , is to insure that I keep moving at least 2,500 steps a day. I have restarted using Gabepetin 300 mg. 2 of 3 times per day. I felt that my first try, not enough time was spent 30 days to accurately judge its effectiveness. This time I intend to try at least 60 days.
If you have severe pain, you may
want to discuss with a pain management facility in your area
SCS Spinal Cord Stimulus ((Implant) it’s available as a five day external trial to determine its effectiveness. We each gave our own long pain history, so it’s hard to condense it into a small summary. Also, I am currently involved with a health care advocate , who stays in regular contact with me from an organization called ( Solace)
This advocate helps me through the maze of health care to find or discuss solutions. If you don’t have an advocate, This may be a very helpful avenue for you to connect with. I believe it is a no charge service.
If you have any questions, please feel free to communicate with me.
God bless in your pursuit of pain relief. Best Regards,
Gene