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Neuropathy | Last Active: May 27 9:02am | Replies (140)
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Try electric stim...I bought a stim pen and use it on my legs..It gives me relief..I carry it with me everywhere. When I feel like it, I ZAP my legs..Awesome to feel the tingle in the nerves..
Hello @mfj, Welcome to Connect, an online community where patients and caregivers share their experiences, find support and exchange information with others. I'm so sorry you have to deal with neuropathy along with the cancer. Here are a few sites that have some suggestions on treating the chemo induced neuropathy in case you have not seen them.
-- American Cancer Society - Managing Peripheral Neuropathy: https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/physical-side-effects/peripheral-neuropathy/managing-peripheral-neuropathy.html
-- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Tips for Managing Neuropathy: https://www.dana-farber.org/health-library/articles/tips-for-managing-neuropathy/
-- What are the best remedies for neuropathy from chemo?: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323481
Also, there is another discussion where members have shared what helped them -- Chemo-related Neuropathy: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/1st-time-at-mayo-for-neuropathy/
Have you tried any pharmacy compounded topical creams to help with the pain?