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I too agree with Wayne, I've had PN for years due to the so called D drugs. Positive since 1985. Have tried gabapentin, pregabalin, high dose CBD oil, massage, acupuncture, capsaicin cream. Nothing works. I'm not going anywhere near opiods, so I just live with it. I think no matter how many studies these scientists review or new work they may due, there is no therapy. As regards to stigma, don't get me started, I don't hide my disease from anyone, but in terms of pain from PN . I have no options
Finally, someone is addressing chronic neuropathic pain related to HIV. This article hit every nail on the head regarding the issues I've been facing going on 7 years. All factors of life have been impacted due to chronic pain. Perception of pharamacists (not all) but many pharm techs makes me feel like an addict. I try to avoid taking my oxymorphone until I can no longer stand the pain. I am on the max dose of Lyrica. I've been in therapy for 5 years to address the isolation issues.
Bobsy
This article does not make clear whether it includes people more recently diagnosed and/or have only ever taken current HAART - i.e. is peripheral neuropathy more prevalent on modern meds than previously thought?
November 13, 2018