In answer to Alkymst’s question, as a PN sufferer for 15 years I can only say that the pain in both of my numb feet is getting progressively worse. In the last 3 months it has deteriorated at an alarming rate and if it does not stop I will soon have to give up everything that involves my feet. I can only walk a few yards at a time, I try never to stand and eventually driving will become impossible. I take 3600mg of Neurontin and 40mg of Oxycodone every day to absolutely no effect at all. I have also seen 4 neurologists and a wealth of doctors who take my money and say have a nice day. My experience may not be typical of the majority but as I said in a previous posting, no amount of money can buy me even one iota of pain relief. Only sleep gives me some respite and even that is now not offering me so much as in the past.

Yes PN in cases like mine is progressive. How it or I will end only God knows. In the meantime I just fight the pain each day – I am not brave, I simply have no choice.

Tony