Hi Folks,
I have recently been diagnosed with Anti-MAG Polyneuropathy which is a rare hereditory autoimmune form of Peripheral Neuropathy. I went to see my Neurologist today and she wants me to take Lycira to lessen my symptoms. I have said I will try them but that I am not very keen on using Medication especially as I've read that the side-effects can be very bad.

My symptoms at the moment are mostly vibrating/tingling sensations in my feet, legs and hands but apart from occasional toe cramps I don't suffer from a lot of pain as it seems so many other people do. Just last week my feet started to feel a tingling cold at night but my feet were warm to the touch.

Today I've been reading about Lycira and there seems to be quite a few side effects and I am shocked reading peoples withdrawal experiences when they come off it. I have to say it frightens me and now I question if I should take it, especially as I'm not in great amounts of pain, just bad discomfort.

Can people please tell me their experiences with Lycira both pros and cons. I don't start the treatment till mid August so I still have time to make up my mind.
Thanks in advance for any help
Cheers Mel