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Neuropathy: Numbness only, no pain

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@jrayk

Followup: I have reviewed the substance on statin induced NP. I have taken statins over the years, and currently take pravastatin every other day. This might aggravate my mild condition?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Oct 27, 2020

Hello @jrayk, Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. There is plenty of evidence of statin induced neuropathy. I have no medical training or background but think that it could be causing or aggravating your symptoms of neuropathy. Here are some reference sources I've found.

The implications of statin induced peripheral neuropathy
— https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3103035/

Statin Neuropathy Masquerading as Diabetic Autoimmune Polyneuropathy
— http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/28/8/2082.1

Medication Induced Neuropathy
— https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11910-003-0043-8

You may also be interested in another related discussion where you can meet other members discussing statins and neuropathy.
Statins and peripheral neuropathy - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/statins-and-peripheral-neuropathy/

Have you discussed your thoughts/concerns with your doctor?

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