Holy cow! You have no idea how much you may have just changed my life.

I am peri-menopausal, and questioned the pain in my feet when it started, but was told by my GP that menopause doesn't cause neuropathy. So I let that idea go.

My mother has bothered me for ages to go on HRT but I've rejected the idea, rather not risking blood clots, etc. However, if my problems are a direct result of hormones, then I'd rather take the risk and balance my body. Hopefully the neuropathy can be eased.

Karen, what you say makes so much sense to me. My blood tests showed I wasn't diabetic either. I was in the normal range, but the higher end of normal. As a result I've started to use Agava instead of sugar, in an effort to avoid sugar spikes.

Do you guys think the hormone cream is enough, or should I speak with my Doctor about getting on HRT proper?

I know it's a risk, but if it gets rid of this horrible painful condition, then I'm willing to take the risk. Heck, I don't want to live this way anyway!