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Peripheral Neuropathy - Anyone else?
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You should see a neurologist, preferably one who subspecializes in peripheral neuropathy. For a temporary quick fix, soaking your feet in epsom salts or applying Voltaren cream or gel has helped some people. Some people have benefited from alpha lipoic acid, which requires a doctor's prescription. These may or may not work for you. I have found that wearing thin socks is better for me than wearing thick ones, although some people swear by thick hiking socks. If you can get to the underlying cause of your neuropathy, that would be best, because you might be able to get treatment for it. In too many cases there is no cure, so you have to learn to manage your symptoms with proper diet, exercise, sleep, and destressing. It's best to be as proactive as possible with your health. It may mean such things as meditating, researching online, finding a specialist on your own, or changing doctors. You are more than your peripheral neuropathy.
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Very much appreciate your advice and comments, Lagrange. My pain specialist has yet to learn the underlying cause of the neuropathy even though I've been seeing him for months. He appeared too busy referring me on to three other pain-in-the who couldn't comprehend my pain nor gave me needed advice. I did get a feather stroke down the leg, and was asked if it hurt??
I believe the peripheral neuropathy and CRPS occurred after a revision surgery by an orthopedic surgeon who undoubtedly damaged nerves and tissue from 5th metatarsal along lateral side. This coupled with my 2 autoimmune diseases along with foot arthritis was a disaster in the making. You gave a very helpful comment about a neurologist specializing in neuropathy, and in hindsight, that should have been my first choice. But I had no guidance nor recommendations. I will try the thin socks, epsom salts, and alpha lipoic acid Thanks again for your encouragement.
Nervive is a product sold at Shoppers Drug Mart in Canada it has ALA and vit. B12
Just started using it although I did not have a Vit B12 deficiency. Try anything for a month to see what works. I am now trying NeuroPure only available online in US very expensive if it works it will be worth every penny. Only two weeks in to this product 2x a day lots of herbs and supplements. Pray to God that something relieves the constant pain. Not so lucky in my area trying to get a doctor been waiting two months with Health Connect that's a joke. Still waiting for a referral call for a specialist from the walk in clinic doctor on duty. God help us everyone.
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alpha lipoic acid Is an over the counter supplement, it’s a fatty acid. I use fish oil. I learned from my physician prescribing it, but the pharmacist correcting me that it’s OTC!