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Neuropathy in feet after completing Chemotherapy

Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Feb 6 7:38pm | Replies (24)

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I just started a break after 44 treatments with gemcitabine/Abraxane. I have neuropathy with numbness & tingling in my hands but mostly in my feet and ankles. Occasionally I experience stabbing pains to toes or ankles. Gabapentin did not help; Lyrica was not much relief either & I experienced swelling in my feet and lower legs which disappeared after discontinuing. Acupuncture, massaging my feet and ankles with lotion and foot baths seem to help some but most of this occurs at bedtime and then I take some pain meds which calm it enough to sleep. My feet get really cold; feel like ice, and at times are icy to the touch. Someone would make a fortune if they could develop something to alleviate this CIPN!

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I saw lot's AD on EMS massager. It claim to help. I wonder any one actually tried it and did it really help?

Thank you for responding. He does feel it in his hands upon waking, but the feet are the worst. Wishing you easier times on your journey. Will let you know how the Acupuncturist works out. God bless.