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New to Neuropathy 2 months.

Posted by grovercleveland @grovercleveland, Jan 19, 2021

November 2-1/2 weeks prescribed Steroid cream for Grovers, Later went for followup. Three complaints (red hands, itchy hands, mild pins and needles. He said I had neuropathy. I asked coincidental after Steroid on skin.
He said age (I am 78..But Ride bike, rolleblade, water ski, work on antique cars ,A1C=5.6, Quite healthy),
till I wore a new dark green Tee Shirt to bed before washing it. In 2 weeks chest broke out in blisters. That is how the story started.
My neuropathy is mild. Like flys stopping here and there on my body. I scratch once or twice and gone. However the land some other place.

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helennicola | @helennicola | Feb 6, 2021
In reply to @jesfactsmon "@jakedduck1 Thanks for the info Leonard. I will look for the turmeric product at Costco. My..." + (show)
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Thanks for the info Leonard. I will look for the turmeric product at Costco. My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mom. Very tough to lose a parent. My best to you, Hank

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Hi Hank, there are numerous things to be aware of when taking tumeric: possible contraindications, risks, side effects etc. Just FYI. Helen

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Feb 6, 2021

Hi Helen. I did some research based on your message here and I was very surprised to learn what I did about Turmeric which I've been taking for a very long time. I will definitely have to check w/ my pharmacist about this b/c I'm already on so many meds and supps. Here is just one of the sites to learn about the possible contraindications, risks, side-effects, etc.: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/turmeric.html Take care everyone, Sunnyflower @jesfactsmon , @jakedduck1

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Feb 6, 2021
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@sunnyflower
Hello,
I have read several studies that it takes anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks but those were all referring to arthritic pain. My mom didn’t have any arthritis in her knee. She told the doctor her pain wasn’t bad but was bothersome. She started taking 1,000 but after a week or two she went to 2,000 and soon her pain was gone, Although my memory isn’t all that it should be I’d say it wasn’t more than 2 weeks if that. I remember there is some ingredient in pepper that increases the absorption of turmeric. I noticed a dramatic difference in my hemoglobin level when I switched from using milk on my cereal to orange juice. Same when I took an iron supplement with orange juice. Absorption is the name of the game. My mom got hers at Costco.
Good luck, I hope it works for you too,
Jake
P.S.
“Would you mind keeping us updated on that should god-forbid, this knee pain come back while she is still on the turmeric?”
Sadly that’s not possible, my Mom passed away 15 months ago.

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Hi Jake, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I lost my dad about the same time ago and it's still really tough. I heard someone say that you don't get over rather through these difficult losses. My prayers will be with you.

Helen's post about Turmeric caused me to do a little research on the contraindications, risks, side effects, etc. on it and I was very surprised to learn what I did. I will have to talk to my pharmacist b/c I'm on so many toxic meds and so many supplements. Check this site out: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/turmeric.html

Also, I was told about a GREAT resource for everything you would need and want to know about supplements. I believe it costs about $40 give or take, per year? Consumerlab.com

Take good care, Sunny

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Feb 6, 2021
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@sunnyflower

Hi Jake, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I lost my dad about the same time ago and it's still really tough. I heard someone say that you don't get over rather through these difficult losses. My prayers will be with you.

Helen's post about Turmeric caused me to do a little research on the contraindications, risks, side effects, etc. on it and I was very surprised to learn what I did. I will have to talk to my pharmacist b/c I'm on so many toxic meds and so many supplements. Check this site out: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/turmeric.html

Also, I was told about a GREAT resource for everything you would need and want to know about supplements. I believe it costs about $40 give or take, per year? Consumerlab.com

Take good care, Sunny

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Ooops, forgot to tell you that I am taking triple strength turmeric with curcumin 900mg/95% curcuminoids with black pepper aka Bioperine 5mg. I take The Vitamin Shoppe brand. Best, Sunnyflower

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artist01 | @artist01 | Feb 6, 2021
In reply to @sunnyflower "Hi Helen. I did some research based on your message here and I was very surprised..." + (show)
@sunnyflower

Hi Helen. I did some research based on your message here and I was very surprised to learn what I did about Turmeric which I've been taking for a very long time. I will definitely have to check w/ my pharmacist about this b/c I'm already on so many meds and supps. Here is just one of the sites to learn about the possible contraindications, risks, side-effects, etc.: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/turmeric.html Take care everyone, Sunnyflower @jesfactsmon , @jakedduck1

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Hi Sunny. Thankyou for posting the Turmeric site. I was planning to buy the capsules this week but after reading that info, I think I'd better not. Too many health issues and too many meds on board! I was hoping Turmeric might help with my inflammation, as claimed online. Grateful that you helped me catch this on time. Laurie

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helennicola | @helennicola | Feb 6, 2021
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@sunnyflower

Hi Jake, I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I lost my dad about the same time ago and it's still really tough. I heard someone say that you don't get over rather through these difficult losses. My prayers will be with you.

Helen's post about Turmeric caused me to do a little research on the contraindications, risks, side effects, etc. on it and I was very surprised to learn what I did. I will have to talk to my pharmacist b/c I'm on so many toxic meds and so many supplements. Check this site out: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/turmeric.html

Also, I was told about a GREAT resource for everything you would need and want to know about supplements. I believe it costs about $40 give or take, per year? Consumerlab.com

Take good care, Sunny

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Sunny, thanks for posting that sight, there are numerous resources which support my prior warning all of which I neglected to mention warning about the possible side effects of tumeric. That one included most of the things to watch out for; I always research any new drug, vitamin or supplement before taking as a precaution. Thanks again for catching that. Best, Helen

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Feb 6, 2021
In reply to @artist01 "Hi Sunny. Thankyou for posting the Turmeric site. I was planning to buy the capsules this..." + (show)
@artist01

Hi Sunny. Thankyou for posting the Turmeric site. I was planning to buy the capsules this week but after reading that info, I think I'd better not. Too many health issues and too many meds on board! I was hoping Turmeric might help with my inflammation, as claimed online. Grateful that you helped me catch this on time. Laurie

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Hi Laurie, someone recommended the following site which is a gold mine for anything you want or need to know on tons of supplements. Definitely go there. I did join. It's worth it b/c they also cover prices. consumerlab.com
Warmest wishes, Sunnyflower

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Feb 6, 2021
In reply to @artist01 "Hi Sunny. Thankyou for posting the Turmeric site. I was planning to buy the capsules this..." + (show)
@artist01

Hi Sunny. Thankyou for posting the Turmeric site. I was planning to buy the capsules this week but after reading that info, I think I'd better not. Too many health issues and too many meds on board! I was hoping Turmeric might help with my inflammation, as claimed online. Grateful that you helped me catch this on time. Laurie

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Laurie, I would say don't give up yet on Turmeric. Best, Sunny

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Leonard | @jakedduck1 | Feb 7, 2021

@sunnyflower, @artist01, @helennicola
All medications and many vitamins & minerals etc do indeed have potential side effects. Look at the information pamphlet you get with you prescription medications. How many of those side effects do you have. I took 18 prescriptions at one time. Imagine how many possible side effects there may have been. My Mom never had any problems with Turmeric but that’s not to say someone else might but if it were me I would ask the doctor the probability of those side effects. Does the risk outweigh the benefit? She and I have not taken anything prescription or over the counter that wasn’t authorized by a physician.
My seizure medications and other medications can play havoc on various nutrients and one is often dependent on another. Vitamin D for example. Calcium is dependent on vitamin D and also on vitamin K. Vitamins and minerals are far to complicated for me. But I don’t believe a doctor would recommend them if he felt they were unsafe.
Always talk to your doctor and pharmacist.
Take care and good health,
Jake

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sunnyflower | @sunnyflower | Feb 7, 2021

Thx Jake. My nutritionist said the vit D needs some fat to help it help us with calcium absorption. A quarter of an avacado is a good fat to do that. Warmest wishes for everyone, Sunnyflower @artist01, @helennicola

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