Hello. I am a new member of the neuropathy club. My symptoms began overnight on my right lower leg from midway down my calf to my ankle bone, the sight of a spider bite that seems to have triggered the symptoms on that leg (burning pain like a dandy sunburn, and stabbing pains). A myelogram confirmed that I have about the same degree of neuropathy on both legs, but my symptoms so far are limited to my right leg. What is the best way to cope with the pain? Some days my pain inclines me to spend the day in my recliner with my legs raised; other days, I can putter around the home, go shopping, and generally keep steadily but gently active. My pain is easily tolerable on my active days. Am I damaging myself by keeping active? Would I do better in the long term if I stay off my feet? Thanks kindly for your insights and wisdom. --ruggles