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Neuropathy moving from feet to legs
Neuropathy | Last Active: Jun 19, 2023 | Replies (104)Comment receiving replies
Has anyone been given prednisone for the nerve pain? I read somewhere that it has been used but most comments relate to gabapentin. I am taking the gaba three times a day, plus ibuprophen. This seems to help maintain functionality so that I can continue a limited activity daily routine. However the efficacy of these meds is not as good as it was and so wondering about prednisone as an alternative.
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@louise1942 -- about 2 months ago, went to my primary doc and was given a prescription for prednisone over a 10-day period, start with 3 pills, down to 2 down to 1. I had not taken pred for about 12 years. This was not prescribed for any pain related issue. As a side effect, I noticed way less pain in general all over. I am not on Gaba just over the counter pain meds. During the 10 days, I reduced my pain meds substantially. I know this med reduces inflammation but for me, it really reduced pain. Not sure how long this can be taken in a safe manner. So, for some, I guess it does work.