Seven facts about neuropathy with Dr Suhyun An

Introduction

Dr. Suhyun An says Neuropathy is a condition that causes numbness, pain, and loss of sensation in the hands, feet, and other parts of the body. Neuropathy can also cause weakness and muscle cramping, making it difficult to walk or hold objects like pens or utensils. The severity of the symptoms depends on which nerves are affected by neuropathy.

Neuropathy causes vary, but diabetes is the most common.

Dr. Suhyun An says Neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes, but it can also be caused by vitamin B12 deficiency, alcohol abuse, and chronic kidney disease. Neuropathy can be caused by a number of factors including genetics, infections, and autoimmune disorders.

The most common type of neuropathy is peripheral neuropathy--a disorder that affects nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. It causes numbness or pain in your hands or feet and may even impair your sense of touch in these areas. Peripheral neuropathy may also affect your muscles so they feel weak or clumsy when you try to walk normally (ataxia).

If you have diabetic neuropathy caused by damage to small blood vessels in your feet--foot ulcers--you're at increased risk for foot infection called osteomyelitis (bone infection) that spreads into nearby tissues such as tendons or ligaments around joints such as ankles' heels or balls

Properly managing your blood sugar levels can improve your neuropathy symptoms

Dr Suhyun An says Diabetes is the most common cause of neuropathy. It can damage nerves in your feet, hands, legs and other parts of your body. Properly managing your blood sugar levels can improve your neuropathy symptoms.

If you have diabetes and experience numbness or tingling in any part of the body (or if this happens when you don't have diabetes), see your doctor right away so that they can diagnose what kind of nerve damage has occurred and recommend treatment options for it.*

There are several treatments for neuropathy, including prescription medications and alternative therapies.

Prescription drugs include gabapentin (Neurontin) and pregabalin (Lyrica). These drugs can have side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness. Alternative therapies include acupuncture, massage therapy, yoga, and meditation -- all of which may help reduce pain by increasing blood flow to the affected area. But these methods aren't always effective: A recent study found that combining acupuncture with traditional Chinese medicine didn't improve nerve function in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome compared with using just one treatment alone

Reaching and maintaining a healthier weight can reduce the likelihood of developing neuropathy.

Weight loss can help reduce neuropathy symptoms, as it can improve blood sugar levels and circulation.

Weight loss also helps reduce the risk of heart disease, which is a common cause of nerve damage.

Losing weight will help improve sleep quality and mood, both of which are affected by neuropathy.

Depending on its severity, neuropathy can affect your day-to-day activities.

Depending on its severity, neuropathy can affect your day-to-day activities. It can cause numbness and tingling in the extremities, as well as pain. These symptoms may make it difficult for you to walk or hold things like a pen or fork. You may also notice that typing is more challenging because of muscle weakness in your hands and fingers.

Neuropathy can make you feel tired and weak throughout the day; this can affect how much energy you have for regular activities like bathing or getting dressed by yourself. Additionally, people with nerve damage often experience difficulty thinking clearly due to mental fatigue brought on by their physical condition (and vice versa).

Alcohol can worsen neuropathy pain and damage nerves.

Alcohol can worsen neuropathy pain and damage nerves. Alcohol can cause nerve damage, which in turn causes neuropathy pain.

Other substances that can cause neuropathy pain include:

Nicotine from cigarettes or other tobacco products;
Chemicals such as solvents, pesticides, paint thinners, and cleaners;

Approximately 20 million Americans are estimated to have some form of neuropathy.

Neuropathy is a general term for any disorder that causes nerve damage. It can affect the entire body or just one part of it. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), approximately 20 million Americans are estimated to have some form of neuropathy.

Neuropathy often develops as a complication from diabetes, but it also occurs with other conditions such as alcoholism or certain autoimmune disorders like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis.

Careful management of neuropathic symptoms is crucial to living comfortably.

Neuropathy is a complex condition that can be managed with a healthy diet, exercise, medication, and/or alternative therapies. Each of these treatment options should be carefully considered by patients and their physicians in order to achieve the best results.

A healthy diet: By eating foods high in vitamins B12 and C as well as omega-3 fatty acids (e.g., fish), you may be able to reduce your risk of developing neuropathy or slow down its progression if you already have it. Also, make sure that you're drinking enough water every day--this will help keep your body hydrated and prevent dehydration-related symptoms like tingling hands or feet.*

Conclusion

Neuropathy can be a debilitating condition, but with proper management and treatment, it is possible to live comfortably with this condition. If you or someone you know has symptoms of neuropathy, it's important that they seek medical attention right away.