Intense Neuropathy

Right now, the numbness in my feet is pretty overwhelming. For some reason, the neuropathy has been very intense this weekend. During dialysis yesterday, there were several times that I felt like asking the nurse to disconnect me so I can get up and walk around. Still not sure how I sat through all four hours without another panic attack.

This afternoon we went to my sister’s house and played mahjong. That means I sat in one place for probably 5-6 hours. Maybe that has something to do with the numbness in my feet right now. It is unclear whether this is just the condition getting worse, or it’s a result of all the acupuncture I’m getting. I’ve told my acupuncturist that I have a bit more feeling at the bottom of my feet but at the same time, the numbness is also more intense. I don’t know if that is what she expects from all the acupuncture therapy.

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I just took a closer look at my lower legs and ankles; they’re pretty swollen. It’s probably due to sitting for a long time. Maybe the increased numbness is from the edema.