Anyone have help for numb feet and multiple sclerosis? Very bad!?
I am 39, diagnosed at 34, but had symptoms since about 20 years old. Began with losing vision in left eye (optic neuritis) in 2004. Relapses once or twice a year since then with tingling, pain, flare-ups. The latest, and the worst since the vision loss, is both feet are numb. Going on 2 weeks. On Prednisone for 4 days now, 5 more to go. Neurologist at the Cleveland Clinic says to finish the steroids and see how it is. Nothing is helping and now they are burning also. Not much feeling in either one and I cannot believe this is just how it has to be. Very depressing. Any ideas from experience. I need some help….
There is significant scientific evidence that marijuana is one of the few substances that actually provide relief from symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
One might object, but it’s nowhere near as nasty as prednisone!
well, actually it can be positive that they are burning.
when nerves are recovering, some of the first sensations people may experience are pain, burning, stinging, etc. the nerves are waking up, and they don’t always work correctly right away.
like when your arm falls asleep and wakes up again.
the burning you are describing is consistent with nerve pain, so that makes sense.
it does suck.
keep in touch with your doctor. there are medications that can be effective against nerve pain (as opposed to narcotics), if it doesn’t get better soon.
Hello,
I am writing from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and I have had Multiple Sclerosis for over 24 years! This illness forced me to use a wheelchair for a 1.5 years after I was married; but, after getting a divorce, and taking a lot of vitamins, and then getting acupuncture from a reputable doctor, ALL of my symptoms went away! I have been getting acupuncture for over 17 years, and I would suggest that you seek a doctor who gives this treatment in your area. A good place to search, would be your local telephone book, or the internet.
Try to avoid unnecessary stress; try to exercise on a daily basis, eat as many fruits and vegetables per day that you can, and have the hope tht you will get better! Good luck with curing your symptoms.
Sincerely,
Nina
Registered Psychologist with MS!!!
I personally had my 1st attack similar to what you are describing in my feet 3 years ago. I found that keeping my feet cool at all times, including bed time helped. As a matter of fact, till this day I sleep feet exposed (no blankets) over the end of my bed. I haven’t fully recovered, my left foot has been numb for 3 years. Sometimes (every night in the summer) I have a fan blowing on my feet. I don’t know, for me cool/cold feet help. Good luck
I personally had my 1st attack similar to what you are describing in my feet 3 years ago. I found that keeping my feet cool at all times, including bed time helped. As a matter of fact, till this day I sleep feet exposed (no blankets) over the end of my bed. I haven\’t fully recovered, my left foot has been numb for 3 years. Sometimes (every night in the summer) I have a fan blowing on my feet. I don\’t know, for me cool/cold feet help. Good luck