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Is peripheral neuropathy curable?
Some cases of neuropathy can be easily treated and sometimes cured. Not all neuropathies can be cured, however. In these cases, treatment is aimed at controlling and managing symptoms and preventing further nerve damage.
What causes sudden onset peripheral neuropathy?
Mononeuropathies may also be caused by trapped or injured nerves. Sudden onset is most commonly caused by trauma such as forcible overextension or repeated tight gripping. Gradual onset may be caused by compression (e.g., from a tumor, crutches, or a cast).
What causes flare ups of peripheral neuropathy?
It’s usually caused by chronic, progressive nerve disease, and it can also occur as the result of injury or infection. If you have chronic neuropathic pain, it can flare up at any time without an obvious pain-inducing event or factor.
What can be mistaken for neuropathy?
Toxins. Chemotherapy. Inherited or familial Charcot-Marie-Tooth syndrome. Autoimmune diseases such as Sjögren’s syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, Guillain-Barre syndrome, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, and necrotizing vasculitis.
What is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy can result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, inherited causes and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes is diabetes.
What are the warning signs of neuropathy?
Warning signs of neuropathy
- Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet.
- Weakness in your arms or legs.
- Sharp, burning, or throbbing pain.
- Heightened sensitivity to touch or temperature.
What foods should you avoid if you have neuropathy?
8 Foods That You Should Avoid if You Have Peripheral Neuropathy
- Gluten.
- Alcohol.
- Added Sugars.
- Refined Grains.
- Trans and Saturated Fats.
- Salty Snacks.
- Heavy Metals.
- Produce with Pesticides.
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