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Neuropathy caused by toxins, poisons and chemicals

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Apr 6, 2022

We all read the safety notices on those household and garden chemicals...right? One of the lesser known side effects of some toxins, poisons and chemicals is toxic neuropathy. I'm hoping we can use this discussion to allow members to share their chemical induced neuropathy journey to learn from each other and to raise awareness of the possible dangers.

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joy22 | @joy22 | Mar 9, 2024
In reply to @joy22 "Definitely triggered by something in the hour that I bought 3 years ago. Symptoms getting worse..." + (show)
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Definitely triggered by something in the hour that I bought 3 years ago. Symptoms getting worse with long exposure. Professional Air Quality testing each year. Not Radon, mold, formaldehyde. Some kind of Volatile organic compounds, but worse end with different weather conditions. Primary Care and Neurologist very sceptical of actual physical effects. Say they don’t know what tests to do. Bloodwork is good. Neuropathy and imbalance and fatigue are debilitating. Thank you for listening.

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House not hour. Sorry

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joy22 | @joy22 | Mar 9, 2024
In reply to @windyshores "I get neuro sensations from toxic things in the environment, including new clothes and new furniture...." + (show)
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I get neuro sensations from toxic things in the environment, including new clothes and new furniture. I believe it is fire retardants and other things used to treat fabric. Foam can outgas in time. Some manufacturers will outgas before purchase.

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Thank you for sharing. I totally understand. I keep finding sensitivity triggers. Some essential oils and even incense at church which didn’t bother me before.

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windyshores | @windyshores | Mar 9, 2024
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Thank you for sharing. I totally understand. I keep finding sensitivity triggers. Some essential oils and even incense at church which didn’t bother me before.

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Are you EMF sensitive?

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NJ Ed | @njed | Mar 10, 2024

In 2008 I had pneumonia and had to fly over seas at this time. My pulmonary doctor gave me heavy doses of antibiotics to clear up pneumonia. I was in bad shape and knew it. I should have been in the hospital, but I had to go. The antibiotics worked. About 12 months later, noticed slight numbness in toes and side of feet. That was the beginning of the PN. Is my PN caused by
Cipro and other strong antibiotics prescribed in 2008 or just a coincidence. Will never know for sure.

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joy22 | @joy22 | Mar 10, 2024
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Are you EMF sensitive?

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What is EMF?

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smutchler | @smutchler | Mar 10, 2024

My toxin was too much Vitamin B6. I thought I could help my neuropathy in my toes by taking a B Complex which had 100 mg. That is 5, 882% RDA. It made it worse and other symptoms started. The excess B6 accompanied by a dehydrating event caused Small Fiber Polyneuropathy. B6 Toxicity can cause damage to your autonomic, sensory, and motor nerves. Visit understandingb6toxicity.com for more information.

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joy22 | @joy22 | Mar 10, 2024
In reply to @smutchler "My toxin was too much Vitamin B6. I thought I could help my neuropathy in my..." + (show)
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My toxin was too much Vitamin B6. I thought I could help my neuropathy in my toes by taking a B Complex which had 100 mg. That is 5, 882% RDA. It made it worse and other symptoms started. The excess B6 accompanied by a dehydrating event caused Small Fiber Polyneuropathy. B6 Toxicity can cause damage to your autonomic, sensory, and motor nerves. Visit understandingb6toxicity.com for more information.

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That is so good that you were able to identify the toxin causing your neuropathy. My doctor and family are skeptical that my neuropathy and other symptoms are an actual physical illness. Thank you for the information and website.

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smutchler | @smutchler | Mar 10, 2024
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That is so good that you were able to identify the toxin causing your neuropathy. My doctor and family are skeptical that my neuropathy and other symptoms are an actual physical illness. Thank you for the information and website.

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You are quite welcome. If you are B6 Toxic, you will find support and lots of information to help with your neuropathy and other symptoms.

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smutchler | @smutchler | Mar 10, 2024
In reply to @joy22 "Definitely triggered by something in the hour that I bought 3 years ago. Symptoms getting worse..." + (show)
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Definitely triggered by something in the hour that I bought 3 years ago. Symptoms getting worse with long exposure. Professional Air Quality testing each year. Not Radon, mold, formaldehyde. Some kind of Volatile organic compounds, but worse end with different weather conditions. Primary Care and Neurologist very sceptical of actual physical effects. Say they don’t know what tests to do. Bloodwork is good. Neuropathy and imbalance and fatigue are debilitating. Thank you for listening.

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Have you had a B6 Bloodtest? It is not part of the ordinary CBC and Metabolic Panels unless you request it. The reason I ask is that B6 Toxicity can cause negative histamine reactions that exacerbate symptoms. The histamine reaction can include environmental contaminants.
https://understandingb6toxicity.com/b6and/histamine/

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joy22 | @joy22 | Mar 10, 2024

I will request a B6 test from my Osteopathic doctor. She was recommended by my Physical Therapist.
Very good, but appointments not covered by Medicare. LabCorp tests are covered, thankfully.
Ongoing issue with my Primary and Neurology doctors- will not order tests that I request.
Thank you for good advice.

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