Dealing with peripheral neuropathy

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  • 7th November 2024 at 11:05 am #150039

    stillgoing
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    Hi,
    I have recently developed what my consultant says is Bortezomib Induced Peripheral Neuropathy, which I gather is quite a common side-effect. It is much worse at night (itchiness especially in my legs and numb feet) and is causing quite bad insomnia. I’m hoping that someone will have some suggestions for how to reduce the neuropathy sensations so that I can start getting a decent night’s sleep again!

    11th January 2025 at 10:51 pm #150387

    phil
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    Hi Stillgoing.

    I have it from the top of my head (right side) down to my neck. Ask your clinic or your GP to prescribe you Gabapentin (pre-gabellin)

    Taken three times a day it will eventually get better although you will experience the occasional attack.

    12th January 2025 at 10:34 am #150388

    stillgoing
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    Many thanks Phil,
    That’s really helpful.

    18th January 2025 at 9:14 am #150414

    tony642
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    hi there, I was prescribed gabapentin as well, and it works really well for me. I have been on it for several years and it still continues to be effective gainst peripheral neuropathy.

    regards, Tony

    18th January 2025 at 4:09 pm #150416

    stillgoing
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    Thanks Tony. It’s really useful to know that gabapentin has worked for both you and Phil.

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