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Old 07-07-2012, 07:44 AM
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Hi Cammy -- Does your doctor have you on any medications for the neuropathy? There are some that can relieve the nerve pain. I have neuropathy due to spinal problems, and my doctor has me on Topamax, 400mg per day (200mg AM and 200mg PM) and it does work well for me.

I'm just wondering if you too are taking anything for it. Most doctors seem to put their patients on Gabapentin (Neurontin) -- that made me retain alot of water and gain a lot of weight. So my doc switched me to the Topamax, and I lost the water & weight.

Anyway, I hope something can be done for your pain. I know how awful it is. God bless. & take care. Hugs, Lee
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