i am morbidly obese (5'9"-294 lbs)I have insulin resistant diabetes. In my treatment plan I am to take along with my Metformin 2 other drugs to aid in my weight loss BYETTA-and XENACAL. I also have neuropathy as a complication from the diabetes and am prescribed LYRICA. My insurance will not cover the XENECAL for it is a weight loss drug and considered a "frivilous" expense. Nor will they cover LYRICA for it is new on the market .Ineed these meds in order to live a productive life to help loose the weight so i will not be diabetic. I am 45. I want to live until I'm 75. With out these meds ,I could die in 5 years.
The cost of these meds are -XENECAL-0.00 for a 30 day supply
LYRICA-0.00 for a 30 day supply.

My mom just got done with her chemo treatments but her feet and legs feels like they have needles on them. and they're numb.
her doctor said she has neuropathy. what can she do to fee better i heard about this "rebuilder medical" device that supposed to help with the nerves. is that a good product?

I'd like to know what are some good medications or treatments I can do for fibromyalgia besides going to the doctor. Thanks

I am diabetic 2 and just sufferd with cellulitis since January last.
still experiencing nettle rash feeling in lower legs and feet is there any treatment available for curing this very uncomfortable sensation

I have taken neurontin and now take Lyrica for a short time. Are drugs the only thing a doctor can recommend? This condition ruins my life.

I have had neuropathy for at least 8 years and the pain appears to be getting more difficult to control. The pain is primarily in my feet and lower legs. I take Lyrica twice a day but have all of the side effects associated with this product. I need help desperately but don't know where to find it. My neurologist has ordered a neuropathy profile on me and has tried several different kinds of medicines, all of which have been totally innefective. Any ideas?

i am a diabetic but this is not the reason for my neuropathy --my blood sugar is under control--it is also in my hands as well as my feet

treatment options... surgical, pharmaceutical, behavior, and cognitive
case1... various types of pain from a below-the-knee amputation resulting from diabetic neuropathy.
case 2... acute pain from an abdominal hysterectomy.
case 3... chronic headaches (non-migraine).
using the treatment options what would best fit with each case

Anyone know of any possible treatments or clinical trial for
non-Anterior ischemic optic neuropathy ?My uncle had a sudden onset of this and know has lost half the vision in one of his eyes.I told him I would try to find out more info. and possible treatments

Not sure whether the cause is type 2 diabetes or damage to spinal nerves

Would like to hear from anyone who's primary neuropathy is to the entire legs and feet. Burning, icy hot sensations and burning restless feet. It is mot diabetic. I am taking large doses of neurontin and mirapex and am just barely comfortable. Has your Dr. diagnosed a possible cause?

I would like to know where in the world are the latest research, -especially stem cell research, in the cure of impotence and diabetic neuropathy. I would like name of country and facility. Thanks

I've had fibromyalgia since 1991 and have been treated with P.T., medications (tramadol, elavil,clonopin, & lorab), stretching, massage therapy (when I can afford it), and some biofeedback. My neck and back are so tied in knots it feels like concrete. My current regiman barely gets me by. I have worked steadily since diagnosed, and done some pretty physical type jobs. I do believe staying active is much better than laying around feeling sorry for myself. It helps me take my mind off of the pain if I keep busy. I couldn't afford to live on disability even if I wanted to, lol.
I have tried tens units, and water aerobics/therepy without any relief.

I am curious about yoga being a possible help to me.

Specifically, what medications can help with extreame pain in the feet (burning) from Diabetic neuropathy. I have tried the anti-seziure and anti-depresants without much help. What else?

I am taking several prescribed meds from a Neurologist and I have had rather decent control of my diabetes over the last 20 years. I am looking for a non-conventional treatment. Do any of you have suggestions? Please give whatever references that you can. I will research whatever route you give me. Thank you all for the assistance! Have a wonderful weekend.
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Wife got in on the tail end of a TV program which was telling all about this new treatment but she got in too late to get the details.

I have peripheral neuropathy ( numbness) in my feet. I am not a diabetic. I have had this now for 1 1/2 years. The 2 neuroligist I've been to do not know the cause. I've taken Neurontin and it really has been no help. Does anyony know of any kind of treatment program which might include some therapy like electronic stimulation and maybe a more effective drug. I am desperate. This is ruining my life.

i take lyrica and diuretics. have good doc. she stresses i must starve down more. but there is the rub. i suspect i am trying to kill myself chinese style with a million cuts. also bi-polar and have recently had bypasses. life sucks most of the time. i forge ahead but not hopeful. oh, and i recently lost all my investments and am reduced to relative poverty. as the mel brooks movie stated, "life sucks." i am trying learn some buddhist techniques of devioding my lifelong "needs" and passions. damn unsuccessful so far. but doing better since i stopped taking all the tranks and drinking. friends and family have ostercized me. i am the only white guy in a dangerous black apt. complex. scared to go outside.

I had a wonderful case of shingles this spring that covered my right forehead & scalp down to my right eye.
After giving me a prescription for anit-viral drugs, I demanded something at least to help with the intense itching & sensation of being attacked by millions of stabbing pins. My doc gave me an allergy drug - he is very conservative on pain medications. He did insist I go to an eye doc to make sure the virus hadn't entered my optice nerve. Is going to the eye doc & no pain meds standard procedure?

I am a type 1 diabetic. I am on an insulin pump now due to the fact my pancreas is completely shot. I have started to experience neuropathy in my feet. I have seen a few doctors and other diabetic people and will be at my endocrinologist soon. I have been told by many many medical professionals that a visit to a neurologist as well as new meds..possibly neurontin or other meds will be in order. I wanted to ask anyone who has diabetic neuropathy...what do you do? how have you made it better? what has made it worse? I know that lowering you sugar level (A1C) over time decreases the risks of it worsening but how do you deal once you have it? Im extremely worried I will become an amputee. Your guidance and knowledge will help me calm my fears. Thank you.

id like to know more about neuropathy and legs,speciallity for wonds of legs