The neuropathy in my legs is causing severe muscle weakness, loss of balance and coordination?

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Sounds like the same thing happening to me. Don't know what the outcome will be--- my primary gave me a script when I asked for it. (Have had enough problems with eyes and getting glasses to see right - it was the eye specialist that found the unbalance in my walk, etc. and suggested this.
Even though you just step back and forth trying not to tip over, its difficult and left my head feeling very off balance last week. Just beginning...

I have the same problem as you are speaking of. I read this drug report about statins drugs and that the drug may be causing neuropathy and weakness in the legs. I am on statin drug and I stopped taking it five days ago and I can see a difference already with my balance and coordination.

I was having the same problem and recently corrected it by eating a Whole Foods plant based diet, minimizing sugar and alcohol, enough sleep, exercise and keeping my weight low. It took a while and hard work but so worth it. Things can be changed with lifestyle. Look up Dr. Pam Popper on You Tube. She helped me immensely.

I see this is an old post, but have you had your vitamin b12 checked? Anything under 500 is low, even if the reference range is 100-900.

I began Metanx last week. Many have had good results with it. It is worth a try. It is not a pain masking drug, but more of a B vitamin supplement to help get blood flow to the nerves. Insurance did not cover it so it cost about $200 for a 3 month supply. Has anyone else tried it? If so, did it help any?

I am also a neuropathy sufferer. Getting desperate. The only thing that really helps me is Gabapentin and 24 hour CBD oil patches on my feet. You can contact me Gary 208-789-7073

I too have the same issues. But I also have a lot of pain in the bottom of my feet. It makes it difficult to walk. I recommend you get some good doctors who are familiar with neuropathy. I am being treated by 2 neurologists, 1 hematologist, and my family doctor. They share information and discuss what medications should be tried. Unfortunately none of the medications have worked. So the conditions are getting worse and they are moving into my hands. My wife did find neuropathy shoes on the internet. They are sneakers and they do help. They do have shoes. I don't know if this will help. But you will at least know you are not alone.

I have had non-diabetic neuropathy for about 12 years. (I am currently 65.) I have very little faith in western medicine. I
have chosen an alternative holistic path such as maintaining a healthy weight, non processed very little sugar whole type of foods, mostly plant based diet and daily exercise (whether I feel like it or not) I also take B vitamins and some supplements. Doing this has vastly improved my symptoms and quality of life. I also did a lot of online research for alternative ways of healing. I have read several books on pain management and implement relaxation techniques. I choose not to be on all the dangerous drugs as I age. This is your life and body and you can't depend on the western health care (or rather sick care ) system to help much. You need to be very proactive about your own health.I know it's difficult and challenging but it CAN be done! Good luck and blessings to you!

I fall a lot too but it’s not from muscle weakness it’s because my pain becomes so bad that I just cannot walk or stand anymore. My pain is nonstop! Like I am never at a point where my pain level is below a 5, and I take Oxycodone 3 Times a day everyday. I’m in a pain clinic.

I've had the same symptoms you describe for a couple of years and have found the medical profession to have no answers or recommendations. My response to the problems are to concentrate while walking (balance) to ensure I don't fall and to maintain exercises for the extremeties and, most importantly, keep a relatively positive attitude. I take pramipexole
for partial relief

There is hope I take

I have been having the same problems with my right leg. I was just wondering if anybody else has had the same symptoms after starting the levemir pen for type 2 Diabetes. I know joint pain and weakness are listed as side effects. My Thigh muscles in the front of my leg hurt so bad,also.

I have what sounds like the same issues. I am also having what feels like electrical-like shocks in my left knee and shin
It is miserable and I barely sleep as a result.
If anybody could give me any path for help, I would so appreciate it.
Ken