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Have Sjoegren,s Syndrome, Raynaud's, Type 2 Diabetic. On Prednisone, Cymbalta, Itching In Back And Lower Leg. Why ?

.I have sjoegren,s syndrome , was diagnosed with Raynaud s years ago 1980,s then neuropathy .newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes no meds due to high dose of prednisone for years.none now. on cymbalta 60mg bid for years.now on neurontin 600mg tid. trying to self withdraw gradually.because of cost.what can i expect. i developped severe itching back and r lower leg along worsened loss of sensation r toes.
Sat, 8 Jun 2013
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ur symptoms r related to neuropathy which is newly diagnosed has to be treated with nerve protective medications which cantines high dose of vit b12
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Have Sjoegren,s Syndrome, Raynaud's, Type 2 Diabetic. On Prednisone, Cymbalta, Itching In Back And Lower Leg. Why ?

ur symptoms r related to neuropathy which is newly diagnosed has to be treated with nerve protective medications which cantines high dose of vit b12