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New to Neuropathy 2 months.

Neuropathy | Last Active: Feb 1, 2022 | Replies (69)

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Hello @bethunger, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with @jesfactsmon @amandajro and other members. I also have idiopathic small fiber peripheral neuropathy. It is a great loss when you can no longer do the things you really enjoy. Sometimes it helps when we can find other activities that allow us to find joy in our daily lives. I've found out that what helps me is to learn as much as you can about your condition so that you can better advocate for your health. Connect is a great place to learn what others with similar symptoms and conditions have shared that helps them.

Here are a few discussions and links that you might find helpful in your neuropathy journey:
- Member Neuropathy Journey Stories: What's Yours?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/member-neuoropathy-journey-stories-whats-yours/
- Neuropathy & Exercise: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-exercise/
- Neuropathy Commons - great site for learning everything you ever wanted to know about neuropathy: https://neuropathycommons.org/

It sounds like riding your bike may be what you miss doing the most. Are you able to just ride shorter distances or is the pain still too much?

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Hi everyone. Just wondering, what is the test for neuropathy? It's often mentioned in posts. I have an appointment for a Complex Care Physical with my GP on February 10th and hope that might be something I could request for my neuropathy symptoms.
I am Diabetic (Type 2, well controlled), have Giant Cell Arteritis, IBD currently being investigated, and multi-other issues. I know, I am a Piece of Work!!
Thanks, Laurie