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Anyone here dealing with peripheral neuropathy?

Neuropathy | Last Active: Dec 8 11:43am | Replies (3052)

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I have had Idiopathic Peripheral Neuropathy for about 10 years (am currently 70). It started shortly after I suffered a neck injury and subsequent 3 level cervical fusion. It started with unbearable burning/tingling in both feet progressing to severe pain/numbness in both feet. I also get severe shooting pains emanating from both feet. I currently take Lyrica (300 mg 3-4 times daily (a lot), and Cymbalta 25 mg daily as well as Tylenol and Advil as needed. I also took Morphine 25mg daily and Tramadol (can't remember dose) for 8 years until going thru Mayo's Pain Rehab program a year ago. They got me off the Opioids and taught me alternative ways to manage/cope with my pain. Coping with pain sounds easy until you are the one having it. I do pretty well with that, but my pain limits my activity level a lot. My primary physician has recommended medical marijuana and I have been referred to a center. Have ANY of you tried Marijuana for your pain? If so, I would love to get your opinions on it.

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Would you care to tell me about your neck injury. My wife has symptoms and circumstances similar to yours and is of a similar age.