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calf and hamstring muscles severe pain when standing or trying to walk

May 1, 2024
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Members exchanged personal experiences managing severe polyneuropathy, with mixed results reported from physical therapy and acupuncture, as... Read more

Members exchanged personal experiences managing severe polyneuropathy, with mixed results reported from physical therapy and acupuncture, as some found these interventions irritating to damaged nerves while others found relief. Several members shared practical coping strategies, including using oversized heating pads for pain, taking Requip (Ropinirole) for restless legs and neuropathy symptoms, and considering medications like meclizine for balance issues and prednisone for inflammation. A recurring theme was the challenge of living with amyloidosis-related nerve damage, including skin changes, fluid retention, balance problems, and the emotional weight of losing beloved activities like beach walking, paired with a shared determination to find what works through trial, medical guidance, and community support.

A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Dave,I was diagnosed in January 2024 with Hereditary Amyloidosis. I started Vyndamax then.Can breathe a little easier,but not much change to date. Requip is by Rx and has a generic,Ropinerol.My skin seems drier,just more lotion.I live in South Georgia,about 3 hours from the Gulf of Mexico.My happy place. But,with my balance issues had to quit walking on the beach.The ocean brings me so much peace ! Hope all the best for you !

May 5, 2024
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

Dave2,I have neuropathy in both feet with Restless Legs.I take Requip.Some days it is below my ankles other above my ankles.I too use a walker.Have had my knees buckle. PT seem to make my legs hurt more.I have an over sized heating pad I use for the pain,it helps.

May 3, 2024
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

not much due to nerve damage, nerves and muscles aren't working together, but thanks. Amyloidosos kills the Axons nerve cells permanently

May 1, 2024
A MyAmyloidosisTeam Member

watch that your BP doesn't go too low if it does take hydrocortisone see Endocrinology amyloidosis specialist. Do your ankles swell feet etc do your retain fluid ? Do you take Lasix water pill. Whaya your BNP measure of heart failure on a blood test normal is up to 100. Dave

May 12, 2024
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after JUDY AMYLOIDOSIS

May 5, 2024

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