Dear Bob B, I am fully aware there is no cure for my neuropathy or my RA. The theory states as long as there is control (for ex, diabetes or pre diabetes) or remission (like in RA), of the disease causing the neuropathy, at that point, correctly handling the neuropathy thru supplements, diet and exercise should help bring down the pain a few steps so that the neuropathy should feel better. Also use of amiltryp... (forgot the spelling) has a chance of promoting possible nerve growth. All this per postings on this PN site. I have no areas of numbness and no nerve death. That is why I am trying to stay so positive.

Hello to all. I Sincerely appreciated all your input whether I view it as positive or negative for my situation. I now have "complicated grief" from my husband's death 6 months ago and am now dealing with my sister having terminal cancer of the cerebellum and brain stem.
I know stress makes my neuropathy worse, but I am seeking help to deal with it. I am not a ticking time bomb, and I have a couple of friends keeping an eye on me.
I am now being weaned off my effexor and adding elavil at night by my neuro. I am off my simvastatin, leflunomide, xanax, tramadol, ambien and red yeast rice. I have added a very slow workout on the treadmil, and trying to eat healthier and take all suggested supplements.
My stressors are going to be a roadbump in my progress for awhile, but I am working on those also. I have hope that as long as I can keep my RA in remission all my work to help my sfn will help to make my sfn pain better or at least more manageable so I can eventually get off disability (thru their "Ticket to Work" program) and work full time again. That is my hope and my prayer. I am going to work really hard to make this happen eventually, as I know I must be very patient.

Sounds like you're doing all the right things, catloucle. I'm so very sorry to hear about your sister. You have had such a hard time of it without this new burden.


But I'm rooting for you. Please keep us updated on how you're doing.

Thank you, JoanB. My sister died yesterday at 2:45pm. Thank God it was peaceful. She was only 48. That is such a damn shame. I can't take too much more right now...Cat

I am so sorry for your loss

At such a young age too!

i am sorry to hear of the passing of your sister and your husband. May they both rest in peace and look over you.

So sorry to hear about your losses. I hope you can find some solace in their memories and that better days are coming your way. You certainly deserve that.