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My name is Sandy Resler. I am 73 years old and until this neuropathy increased about 5 years ago I was quite active. ... I was diagnosed by a neurologist at UW. He sent me back to my primary to manage my meds. Because I see a pain Dr. in Rockford for another issue I asked him to take over my care. His name Is Dr. Thomas Dahlberg. My current meds are Gabapentin 600 BID, Lyrica (pregabalin) 100mg TID, Ropinirole 1mg Bid, Furosemide 40mg BID, Potass Choloride 10 MEQ ,1 BID, Lisinopril 10 Mg qd, Escitalopram 20mg qd Zolpidem tartrate 1 tab 12.5 mg at hs. I also have a morphine pump that is being titered down. I am not able to walk more than a Homegoods Store. My feet and legs are swollen and they keep me up every night. I've been sleeping in a recliner most nights, wearing compression hose all day. I would like to know if my meds are adequate or if there is something else that would work better. Thank you, Sandy
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Hello Sandy @casandra73, Welcome to Connect. Unfortunately I think only your doctor can answer your question on if your meds are adequate. Members on Connect, like youself, are patients and can share our personal experiences with medications and treatments but can't diagnose or provide medical advice. I also wear compression socks during the day to help with the swelling during the day and for the most part they do keep the swelling down.
Have you thought about getting a second opinion and having your medications reviewed at a major teaching hospital or health facility like Mayo Clinic? If you would like to seek help from Mayo Clinic, contact one of the appointment offices. The contact information for Minnesota, Arizona and Florida can be found here http://mayocl.in/1mtmR63.