I am scared of taking such a powerful medication that can have serious side effects. I do realize that starting off slow and tapering up is helpful, but I would like to get a definitive diagnosis before I determine which treatment is the best. I have read that Neurontin is really helpful for the hot burning and sappy feelings, which I'm really not having. I have mostly an ache that does have a burning element to it. But I'm not having zaps or stabs or electrical shocks or feeling like my skin is on fire or numbness.

I have an appointment with a peripheral neuropathy specialist in two weeks. So I guess until then I just manage the best I can. Hopefully he can help me find the correct answers and I will go from there.

Thank you for taking the time to respond. I really do appreciate all the information that all of you have given me.

Sharon