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Snuffy1, hello. How did you manage your pain & what was your answer to pain that makes you feel so much better now. I've given up on doctors because they don't listen to me.

cb772, hi. After years of taking all sorts of pain meds and lotions, ice, heating pads. etc., I somehow came across an article about the pain relieving benefits of vitamin B6. B6 was purported to relieve inflammation. I used to get some relieve from the non steroidal anti inflammatory (NSAIDs) drugs, but after about 40 years of taking a very old "safer" one, I began to lose about 2 lbs per week, until I had lost some 70 lbs. My GI doctor knew something was wrong, so she had me swallow the medical camera and it showed the reason I was losing weight so fast...my total small intestine was covered with ulcers. Hence she said I should never take another NSAID. After nothing seemed to really relieve the pain, I decided to give the vitamin B6 a try. That was about last November... it didn't do anything right away, but I've noticed that when I take my regular daily meds for blood pressure and thyroid issues, I was not reaching for the pain pills anymore. Looking back, I think it's been at least a month now since I took any pain medication or used any CBD oil rubs. I would suggest you talk with you doctor before starting the B6, there may be medical reasons why he/she has not suggested that to you. Good luck!!

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What helps you manage your pain? What brings you joy and help distract you from pain?

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Was hoping to get some information on Duloxetine. Would love to hear from people that have taken it and if they were successful?
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After my unsuccessful nerve blazing treatment I am now trying Cold Laser Red Light Therapy. I refuse to use drugs. I will keep everyone up to date.

Me too, Jerid -- I refuse to take hard drugs ... I know I may have to relent some day. My Pain Specialist added Duloxetine to my meds about 6 months ago. I am not sure if it helps; pain is still escalating as the neuropathy spreads. I don't know if it is escalating at a slower rate than it would if I were not taking the Duloxetine. Peggy

I tried duloxetine and the first night my heart was racing so fast, I stopped immediately. Did u have this when u started? Appreciate any info.
Thank you.

Seriously check into the Cold Red Light Therapy. I have only been using it for 5 days now, so I can not say yay or nay and I don't want to mislead anyone. Check out a near by massage therapist, chiropractor or order you own online. We have chosen the Laser LRX red light. My husband diligently studied all the cold lasers that are offered. It ran about $1,000.00 and I know for some that may be way out of your price range, but then think about all the $'s being spent on Dr. visits and meds if your insurance is not covering them. It was a bite for us also, but my husband is so caring and sees my suffering and wants me well as much as I do. It is made in Israel and is the latest technology of this device on the market today. I hope this will help at least one person.