Diabetes Type 2 Support Group

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My feet

FantasticlallyFreaky
FantasticlallyFreaky
My feet hurt so badly from the nerve damage. What is the best medicine for this?
I am going to make a appointment today to talk to the doctor about it but I likely will not get into see her for a week or more.

In the meantime I have been soaking them in epson salts and it helps while they are soaking but not after I take them out. Also I have been taking tylenol and putting biofreeze cold gel on them.
I always push myself despite the pain but sometimes I can hardly stand it :(
grannie
grannie
I know, I have the same problem I do get a little relief when I wear my compression hose. Wish I had an answer for ya.

Be careful taking too much Tylenol, not good for the liver I hear.
LivingWater
LivingWater
On TV they advertise a drug called Lyrica for nerve pain (neuropathy), but like all drugs, it has side effects. As for OTC pain relief, I find Aleve to be better than Tylenol. Consult with your doctor, of course, as I do not know your total medical history.

Blessings.
grannie
grannie
Here is some pain reliever's, be careful with some of them especially if you are on oral steroids.

http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-01-13/news/sc-health-0112-pain-reliever-differen20110113_1_alcohol-warning-chronic-pain-tylenol
FantasticlallyFreaky
FantasticlallyFreaky
Thank you for your helpful thoughtful reply's. I was too busy at work today to call and make a appointment with my Dr so I will have to try again Monday.
To top it off today I have been having pain in my hip, when I got home from work I just wanted to lay down and rest but my hip hurt to much.

Thanks for the link grannie, most appreciated!
mzizgayle
mzizgayle
I have used capsazian cream on them, tho be careful when using since if still on your hands you could transfer some to other parts of your body. So get the roll on kind if you can, that has helped me.