BFS and Neuropathy

Posted by dbchip @dbchip, 5 days ago

I have had Benign Fasciculations all over my body for almost 20 years (normal NCS-EMG). In Sept 2021 I developed foot pain and was diagnosed (by NCS-EMG) with Idiopathic PN in my feet. It seems the fasciculations and foot pain go hand in hand. When I get lots of fasciculations I get an increase in foot pain and when they subside my foot pain is always goes down. When I told my Neurologist about this she did not react at all. Told me that it could be related. Is there anyone out there with the same symptoms? It feels very weird.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | 5 days ago

I don't think you are alone @dbchip, There is an older discussion from 2019 that is still active where members have shared their experiences with BFS and neuropathy.
-- Peripheral Neuropathy and benign fasciculation syndrome: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/peripheral-neuropathy-and-benign-fasciculation-syndrome/

You might want to look through these comments from members who have mentioned BFS and neuropathy while you wait for members to respond. - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/comments/?search=BFS%20and%20neuropathy