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What Treatment Is Advised For Neuropathy In Feet And Upper Legs ?
I am looking for help how to take care of Peripheral neuropathy which I have for years. Tests do not show diabetes. It is genetic, I am told. It is so bad that I fall down several times a month and have major balance problems. I look for practical advise -- shoes? Treatments? Neuropathy is in my feet and up lower legs at present. I live in north Seattle and am looking for a doctor. I have Medicare and Regence coverage. Any help with this problem is what I am looking for. YYYY@YYYY
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
The neuropathy that you have sometimes shows an improvement with vitamin B 12 supplements if there is only tingling and numbness. In case it is associated with pain, Gabapentin will be helpful.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
The neuropathy that you have sometimes shows an improvement with vitamin B 12 supplements if there is only tingling and numbness. In case it is associated with pain, Gabapentin will be helpful.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal ,
drtayal72@gmail.com
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