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Hi jum13, I have both - venous reflux and neuropathy. What you're trying to figure out - which condition is most responsible for your symptoms - is the same thing I've been wondering about. The problem is the tremendous overlap in the types of symptoms that both of these conditions cause. I have not had my venous problem treated because I've suspected that the bigger issue for me is the neuropathy. And neither the neurologist nor the vascular surgeon can really tell me if vein ablation would significantly improve my symptoms. I have a new neurologist at Stanford's Autonomic Disorders clinic and when I see him in August he may have some new ideas or suggestions about what to pursue.

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Hope you receive helpful news for all of us. Think I'm in early stages of neuropathy, ALA or Nervive actually helps me tolerate the pins and needles or numbness. Limited long walks without resting. Of course, chemotherapy now, always something! Thanks.

@jacqincaliforI am in almost the same situation. My vascular doctor says that even though there are some issues with my legs' veins, they are not the cause of my neuropathy.
I am wearing compression socks and doing exercises to promote circulation. I was told ablation was not needed.
I am not sure if I am doing better but my tingling and nubness have decreased.
My main issue is my right leg is dropped and my balance is terrible bad.