Yes, swelling is part of it. As with PN, everyone is different, and I am new to the board so most there have already found what works for them so to speak. They all say they had to use water at some point but worked hard to get away from it as it can cause skin to break down and a vicious cycle, but admit there are times when it is all that works.

They all completely agree using water as a LAST resort.

I guess after reading all day about gaba, retaining water/bloat/swelling is a side effect, so that explains why my diuretic is helping remove it thus helping with pain. So, the gaba side effect is making it worse if it cause water retention in my feet.

The side effects are already kicking in, ringing in my ear today is so loud I want to pull my hair out. Constipated for the first time in a decade. And beyond hungry, even 30 min after I eat, I get hungry, which apparently is "normal" along with weight gain. And what the heck, I read it can cause tooth decay?????

Lord help me.