Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?

Kathy … I have CIPN from Stage 4 Lung Cancer. I SURVIVED. It’s been almost 3 years since I completed ChemotherapyRadiation. I’ve tried PT. Acupuncture Massages. Pills . Etc. Hands are Stiff all the time. Feet the same.

Welcome, @kathan55. I moved your introduction post about dealing with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy from treatments for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma to this existing discussion:
- - Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/chemotherapy-induced-neuropathy

I did this so you can read past posts and connect with other members like @cmdw2600 @raebaby @murray3 @3740 @auntieoakley @ginpene05 @jfn and many others.

Kathy, you may also be interested in joining in the NHL and lymphoma-related discussions here:
- Blood Cancers & Disorders Support Group https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/blood-cancers-disorders/

You mention that symptoms are progressing. Do you mean the symptoms of neuropathy specifically? Where do you experience the pain? Hands? Feet? Both?

Hi. My name is Kathy and I joined this group today. Kind of by accident, but so glad I found it!
I received chemo for NHL in 2005 and within 1 month of completing the chemo, developed excruciating pain. The first dx was fibromyalgia, but later I was diagnosed with CIPN. It’s been a very hard journey. I’m on pain management, but the symptoms are progressing and I do get a little concerned.
There are several things that bring me a lot of joy!
First, my two beautiful, precious granddaughters!
And my two daughters and their families.
My faith and hope, and my spirituality. And then music! I’m a big fan of good old rock ‘n’ roll! Seriously, I love listening to music, lots of different types.
Once again, I’m very happy that I found this group!

Huh! I should try this!

thanks everybody for feedback knowing insurance companies they will pay zero they are so evil My husband was killed last Fall and am still fighting with them to pay on his insurance policy. They just flattly say no They are such crocks And yes the attorneys have tried also

Your Medicare plan MAY pay for a portion (or maybe all). In my case, I paid out of pocket and submitted actual paper receipts. Received about half back. My acupuncturist charges $100 per visit but it’s an hour long session. I would call your insurance carrier first to find out if you have any acupuncture benefits.

Best wishes,
Cindy

I pay for my acupuncture of of my pocket, and it is worth it!

does Medicare pay for this And does your doc have to prescribe this I have hands and feet bad can not even tell you if I have shoes and socks on or if I am holding a pen. I was told well live with it Any ideas???????

You may want to receive regular weekly acupuncture treatments from a registered Dro. of Acupuncture to deal with any peripheral neuropathy you may have. I had/have chemo-induced peripheral neuropathy and have received phenomenal results in contolling (and eradicating) my peripheral neuropathy. Perhaps you might wish to explore regular weekly acupuncture treatments from a certified Dr. of Acupunctue for your peripheral neuropathy.

Thank you!