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@kansasgal Thank you. Oh my. A doctor did the Morton neuroma surgery and you did not have it. Oh my again. This certainly concerns me. What is the issue with your foot? I have neuropathy which affects my legs, but this pain is different and meets all the criteria of Morton's neuroma. Was it a neuroma along with neuropathy? I was taking Gabapentin until I saw a neurologist who immediately took me off it because of the major swelling in my foot and leg. She said Gabapentin can add to swelling She put me on Topamax. The swelling continues so obviously it was not the Gabapentin I am now back on Gabapentin, but very low amount. I am sure that will be increased by someone I also take Amitriptyline 50 mg at bedtime. This is an older antidepressant (elavil) and is used at a low dose for neuropathy. I do sleep better Nothing medication wise including pain pills, stop the foot pain. Ice and topicals help the most. Thank you for your information. It is greatly appreciated.

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Sorry for butting in but wanted to recommend asking your Neurologist about IV Lidocaine infusions for your neuropathy pain. They have been giving me a decent percentage of relief in addition to my other treatments and allowing me to finally get the most benefit from my pain pill. Im sorry you are struggling and hope some relief comes your way soon.

@summertime4
Just curious how the Topamax or as it’s known in Seizure circles
“Dope-a-max” is working. Is it causing cognitive side effects? I wouldn’t be surprised if tingling and numbness were actually getting worse not to mention language issues, tiredness, memory and vision problems. I refuse to take it. I hope it works well for you.
Jake