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New member - 3 years with neuropathy, looking for support

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Quick update - I've been doing more research since my last post and came across some fascinating information about how certain vitamins work together to support nerve health and repair.

@moorethrpy - You mentioned vitamin B6 levels, and that really got me thinking. I found some studies showing that B6, B12, and other B vitamins work synergistically for nerve function. I'm planning to ask my doctor about getting my levels tested at my next appointment.

@lindabyrne38 - I've been walking every day now (about 15-20 minutes), and you're absolutely right - it does seem to help! The burning is still there, but I think it's slightly less intense after I walk.

@crissma - Your point about pharmaceutical companies working on new treatments gives me hope. In the meantime, I'm trying to learn everything I can about nutritional approaches that might help alongside conventional treatment.

I found a presentation by a health professional that really opened my eyes to how nutrition affects nerve health. The science behind it is pretty compelling. Has anyone else looked into the nutritional side of neuropathy management? I'm curious about others' experiences with this approach.

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I have started walking again in the hope of reducing some of the neuropathic pain below my waist. I am on my third day. After last evening's walk of about one-quarter mile, my pain became excruciating, especially in my left leg. This morning the pain had subsided quite a bit. Hoping to be able to do another walk again tonight, increasing the distance. Perhaps there IS some help achieved by walking. We shall see!

Thanks for the update Mike! Lot's of us have looked into nutrition for nerve health. Here are a couple of discussions on the topic:
-- Neuropathy Supplements - are they for all types of neuropathy?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-supplements/
-- Supplements - What helps nerve pain and/or neuropathy?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/supplement-recommendations-can-help/
You might also find these webinars on the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy's YouTube Channel helpful - https://www.youtube.com/@foundationforperipheralneu4122/search?query=nutrition.