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Originally Posted by COLBEYMOORE
Doctor just reviewed my EMG tests and told me I have this disease.
Is it the same as Periphereal Neuropathy. Will the damage be reverse or will it get worst I will eventually lose the use of my legs and arms?
I am type 2 diabetic with kidney disease. I am currently on a short term disability from my job. My doctor could not give me a definite date to return back to work. Some have mention SSA benefits does anyone here have this disease.
I currently take neurontin (which does not work) and have tried cymalta, lyrica and amitriplyine as well. Pain is horrible and most nights I do not sleep.
Getting depressed and frustrated that I can not get a break from this pain. All of my joints hurts, especially my hips and shoulders, it is very difficult to walk. Anyone out there with this condition???
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Peripheral meaning the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.....neuro meaning nerves... pathy meaning damaged, it's just a general term used to explain what nerves are involved.....Poly meaning many, multiple usually affecting both sides at the same time.
I know some diabetics that once they got their sugars levels under tight control their neuropathy has improved greatly over time.
you may like to read this -
http://www.diabetic-talk.org/dpn.htm
Brian
10-09-2008, 07:49 PM
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