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@cbhagler

my name is Beth. I had chemotherapy a year ago. I have been left with numbness in both feet and tingling in left hand. I have started gabopentin at night before bed. I also have a machine that vibrates feet. Can't tell anything has helped much. I would be happy to hear of any treatments that you all have found helpful. Thanks

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 7, 2022

Welcome Beth @cbhagler, There are a couple of other discussions related to chemo induced neuropathy where other members have shared their experience and you might find helpful.

-- Chemo-related Neuropathy: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/1st-time-at-mayo-for-neuropathy/
-- Chemo-induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Breast Cancer: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-11/
-- Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy Webinar - Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: https://youtu.be/eNkDf9ezXFo

Is the machine that vibrates a whole body vibration device?

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Debbie | @dbeshears1 | Apr 8, 2022

Hi Beth - I had PN before chemo, and was already taking Gabapentin. The chemo made my PN worse, but only temporarily I’m glad to say. We increased my Gabapentin a little during that time, though I was already taking 3 a day. It sure helped with the night sweats and chills, and I feel it helped get my numbness and tingling back to pre-chemo levels. It took a few weeks to start working consistently though. I’ve yet to try a vibrator for numb feet.

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