Hi Sarah,

Welcome. Symptoms of PN can vary quite a bit between individuals. Sometimes I get the feeling you describe on the tops of my feet, but seldom, and not nearly as severe as you describe. OTOH, I can definitely relate & commisserate to the walking on lumps. Mine feel like I have tissues or my socks bunched up between my toes and the balls of my feet.

Have you not been sent to a neurologist for testing/diagnosis for PN? Blood tests for diabetes may not always be the best indicators; folks here will attest that you should probably request a glucose tolerance test to be sure. A neurologist may do that as part of his/her workup.

Fear (stress) will not help anything. It will more likely exacerbate any symptoms you have, whether PN or something else.

Hang in there. You've found a good place with many knowledgable people willing to help you on this journey.

Doc