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What Causes Pain And Burning Sensation In The Shoulders And Neck?

I am experiencing severe burning across my shoulders and part of my neck, along with stabbing pain. This has been happening for a long time (more than 1 year), but it seems to be getting worse. I have been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy and am currently taking 2700 mg of Neurontin daily. Can you offer any advice?
Thu, 28 Sep 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since you are known case of peripheral neuropathy, possibility of worsening neuropathy is more likely for your pain.
Neurontin is having gabapentin.
Pregabalin is more effective than gabapentin and should be started in your case.
Vitamin B12 supplements (1500micrograms daily) should also be started.
Application of ice packs is also beneficial.
If you are diabetic then strict control of diabetes is needed.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Pain And Burning Sensation In The Shoulders And Neck?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since you are known case of peripheral neuropathy, possibility of worsening neuropathy is more likely for your pain. Neurontin is having gabapentin. Pregabalin is more effective than gabapentin and should be started in your case. Vitamin B12 supplements (1500micrograms daily) should also be started. Application of ice packs is also beneficial. If you are diabetic then strict control of diabetes is needed. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.