Originally Posted by Brue

Hi

I posted a few weeks ago, and I have been diagnosed with toxic neuropathy in both feet, most likely caused by a lack of vitamins due to excessive alcohol use in the past. While I no longer drink, I have had classic neuropathic pain for a couple of years now while trying to get a diagnosis. I was recently given neurontin and tramadol, as well as cymbalta. I have been taking the cymbalta daily, but didn't notice any difference in my symptoms, still in a ton of pain. I tried the neurontin, and it doesn't seem to have any effect, and from what I can ascertain, it's strictly for diabetic and other neuropathies not associated with what I have. I was under the impression that nothing could help toxic neuropathy and I was doomed.
I was given tramadol, and it cut the pain WAY down. I'm not even taking the maximum dose. I'm not saying I'm pain free, but all of the stabbing pains, the buzzing and stinging seem to have disappeared. I know that it's a synthetic alternative to opiates, with mild opiate properties and could become addictive. Has anyone else had experience with tramadol here? I read a lot of these threads and I don't see it mentioned, although I'm sure it has been. I just had a couple of the best days I've had in a few years, and I can't believe it's working.

All the best,
Brue