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Psychological effects of living with neuropathy
Neuropathy | Last Active: Dec 1, 2023 | Replies (106)Comment receiving replies
THIS IS MY FIRST POST.
I have been living with SEVERE neuropathy for about six years. My family Doc gave every prescription in the book with no luck. He finally recommend pain man doc. She did nerve conduction test and gave me opioid pain meds. Many docs are reluctant to give opoids, but they have returned my life to me. If you have severe pain do not be timid to get real releaf. It is your life!
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@2dogman welcome! I also have severe polyneuropathy. My neurologist gave me Gabapentin, but I could not stand the fatigue, and dizziness so I don’t take it.
I do not tolerate most pain relievers other than Tylenol. Even that makes me sleepy! So, I grin and bear my discomfort.
I’m glad you are having success with your meditation. That’s important for you ability to get a good nights sleep!
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Welcome @2dogman, Thanks for sharing. Being your own advocate when it come to your health is something we all need to do a little better since it is our life. I'm not sure if you have heard about the Patient Revolution organization but they have some great tools and suggestions on working with your doctors - https://www.patientrevolution.org/tools.
Were your doctors able to identify a cause or provide a specific diagnosis for your neuropathy?