[tractor]

I have peripheral neuropthy and now have bowel and bladder problems seen many docs and many test all neg. and I'm. Losing cognitivit

[dangoch]

I know exactly how you feel. I've had bladder incon for years and years and they still don't know why. About 15 years ago, I found out I have diabetes and some time after that, I got PN (at least I then knew what to call it). In all likelihood, I've had diabetes for 40 years or more. The problem is that once a Dr. sees that I have incon issues and diabetes, they say it is the diabetes and/or PN, case closed. I deal with it by wearing diapers when it gets bad, but I'm afraid at some point, it will get to the point where I need to wear diapers all the time. I'm trying to get my PCP to send me to a different urologist and see if we can ignore the ED issues (I guess fixing ED is good biz for urologists) and concentrate on the incon issues. It drives me crazy. I've been wetting the bed this last week, once had a bowel accident in the car and wet my pants at work two weeks ago. Not my definition of a good time. And all this happened in just the last 2 weeks. I have stories that will make your hair stand up (I don't know if pattern baldness is PN related ). But I've been dealing with this for years. At least I know I don't have some terminal disease, but other than that, nobody has a clue. I know incon is a tough issue for people to talk about, but getting it open is therapeutic. It isn't any different than having bad eyesight or a bum arm.

[ginnie]

I want to welcome you to Neuro Talk. what ever problems you are having, you have found a site who will extend compassion. Please tell a bit more about what tests you have had. Believe me, many of us feel at times we are loosing our minds. When the body gets sick, it is hard not to feel depressed, frightened, alone, and at times feeling crazy. I came to this site two years ago in a hysterical crying way. I never left because of the friends I found here. You are not alone. I hope others will come by to welcome you too. ginnie

[mrsD]

Some people taking gabapentin lose bowel and/or bladder control. If you take this drug, discuss with your doctor a taper off to see if things improve.