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I am so confused. Just diagnosed with neuropathy 6 months ago. Am on a long road to trying to discover some answers. So many people said anti inflammatory diet which includes salmon twice a week and tuna 3 times a week. So after reading your comments, I don't know what to do. Doctor's are useless. I am deep diving every day trying to hit on something. I am only 66. I feel like it is something so obvious. I also have AFIB and saw where some anti arythmic medicine can cause hi B6 levels. I feel like I am on an island.
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I completely understand. I am 72 and have had neuropathy for 35+ years. The pain has become unbearable and my doc just lowered my pain meds. I have researched all my life and never found anything that helps. Tried various meds, treatments, etc. I wish you luck and hope you can find something that works for you. I am now confined to a wheelchair, not what I expected for my retirement years. Best of luck to you. Keep pushing. It’s all you can do.
B6 toxicity is almost always B6 hidden in foods and supplements. Finding out where and stopping consumption is step one.
It’s fairly new here is Australia (2020 it started getting recognised). There are quite a few medical papers on line but you have to go hunting - there is also a lot of rubbish.
I find I have more information than my GP but at least he is supportive and I go for blood tests every month.
I have only been on the journey for 5 months. I’m currently in ‘dip’ for no apparent reason. I’m hoping it’s a sign if repair activity.
Once you get blood serum levels (of B6) in the normal range it must then come out of your cells. The nerves that have been damaged must regrow their myalin sheath and vasodilation will occur. This a causes cramping in the muscles.
Drink a lot of water. Low dose regular magnesium.
Inflammation (if you have other injuries) hinders the process, so any anti- inflammation is helpful.
Exercise is important but keep it regular and gentle to avoid inflammation.
Avoid sugar as that can also cause inflammation.
I’m still learning. I get terrible fatigue but I figure my body is working hard so I give it as much rest as it needs. I’m a 73yo female with access to fresh food and good health care. I consider myself very lucky.
I read and research but take time for lots of distractions. I hope my body is repairing and I don’t want to do anything to make its job harder. Sometimes less is more.
Good luck to all on this journey.
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You are not alone and should stick to the antiinflammatory foods. Sugar can cause inflammation and pain. Maybe you can try acupuncture. Exercise is also a must. I keep hoping that a cure for this horror will be found soon. Set some goals for yourself and develop a deterimined spirit.