It's really nice to meet you! My name is Richie, and I suffer from neuropathy as well, of more than one type. Nearly all of mine is on the left side of my body, and it's cause hasn't been definitively diagnosed, but I began experiencing it ten years ago. I went through the Neurontin and the Lyrica, without much help. I've also tried 6-8 other nerve drugs, along with various ADs and anxiety meds. I've been on painkillers for roughly eight years. I refused the PKs at first, but after some time had passed I had to start taking them in order to prevent further complications. It's a real catch-22.

Can you describe anything more about your condition? Like what the actual symptoms are, where you feel them most on you body, what outside factors contribute to them (temp, humidity, exercise, etc.), how often the symptoms are present...stuff like that? I've done a tremendous amount of study on these things, seen over 30 docs and specialists, and been through all kinds of various testing. Very soon I hope to be admitted to the National Institute of Health as a guinea pig of sorts. If there is any help or advice I can give, I will try. In the meantime, I'll be wishing you the best, and hoping that your health improves. Good luck!