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Anyone here dealing with peripheral neuropathy?
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I was hospitalized in January and February this year, yes both months, with severe sepsis. Im 50 years old, i immediatly began suffering from neuropathy so severe, it's ruined most aspects of my life. I an on gabapentin and tramadol, both low doses, but it's so hard to get any opioid prescribed, it's the only combination that seems to work but i run out of the tramadol a week too soon every month. I know my dr fights for me to get this medication every single month with insurance and's the Washington state board of whatever that regulates opiods. Im frustrated depressed and don't see much hope for things to improve, i just try and schedule all my engagements the first of the month because later on, I'm incapacitated miserable and wish to die.. anyone dealing with this too? It's getting progressively worse not better....
Thanks.
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From Physical Theraphy, I now have exercises, TENS and PEMF for neuropathy, having had to step down from opiods. It's not perfect, but it helps.
Hi there.... i am sorry you are going through such a hard time. Palexia has been my best friend for way to long due to health condition's. My pain doctor would have me on CBD oil in a flash but in Australia the prescription oil we are not allowed to drive .... Have you tried Lyrica even 25mg's at night. I used to have high doses of this but now that my body isn't used to it anymore after my last surgery and i didn't know we could get it in such low amount... honestly i think i am going to stick with it because the difference is wonderful.
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Welcome @jamiemartini, I can't even imagine how difficult it has been for you trying to deal with the neuropathy pain and also being in the hospital for two months with severe sepsis. I see that you have already found a couple of other discussions to look for other treatments that might offer some relief. My friend @artscaping might have some suggestions along with other members. I just deal with the numbness caused by my neuropathy. If you haven't seen the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy site - https://www.foundationforpn.org/living-well/, you might find some helpful information there also.
You mentioned that your doctor has been fighting for you trying to get medication that has been helping. Has your doctor offered any other suggestions or things to try to see if they offer any relief from the pain?