I experience peripheral neuropathy that I believe is caused by one or more herpes viruses (most likely HSV2 or VZ). I was hospitalized with viral meningitis at age 18 (almost 40 years ago) and that's where my problems began. Over my lifetime I've had recurrences of severe symptoms over a lifetime (headache, malaise, fatigue bad enough that I need to take time off of work), usually once or twice a year. Approximately 20 years ago, the peripheral neuropathy started with a burning sensation in my feet. It has become worse in recent years (due to age?) where it becomes "systemic" and my limbs become weak and I can feel it in my head. I am having trouble getting a diagnosis that I could use if I become unable to work (I am currently experiencing the longest flare up I've ever had - almost two months). I believe I need to see a neurologist who specializes in viral-based neuropathy. I take a prophylactic antiviral (Valtrex) and I believe things would be much worse if that were not the case. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.

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