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Confused: test didn't detect neuropathy, but many symptoms
Neuropathy | Last Active: Feb 20, 2020 | Replies (38)Comment receiving replies
Hello and welcome to Connect. It appears you came here for support and to find like minded folks who are in the same unfortunate boat as you. I'm sorry you lost your PCP and now are faced with this whole new perspective on pain medication. Do you have a Neurologist? EMG/Nerve studies do not detect Small Fiber Neuropathy which is what I have and you describe what I feel. My suggestion is to find a Neurologist asap and explain yourself. I'm in hope they may perform a skin biopsy on you to rule out SFN. Mention your concerns and the chronic pain you endure. In the mean time, self care may help a bit by omitting alcohol, processed foods, sugar. Drink ALOT of water and add the proper supplements to help fight pain. Heat, ice, topicals...not complete game changers but, when you are in pain....anything is better than nothing. I wish you well and hope today brings relief. Be well.
Rachel
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Good advice. I will seek a Neurologist. I quit drinking and will head your advice on drink and foods. I see the pain doctor tomorrow and was going to insist on a skin biopsy. I reached out to the doctor that preformed the nerve test and he told me about the small fiber neuropathy with lead me to here. Thanks for the response it means a lot.
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Sorry - meant to also mention physical therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, myofascial release, massage, mindfullness, meditation. It's a whole lot but, truthfully, it takes a whole lot if you are in much pain.