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Suggest Treatment For Small Fiber Neuropathy
I had been taking Gabapentin about 14 mos. 1200 mg 3 times a day. I also take 300mg of Alpha Lipoic Acid 2 times per day. started feeling dizzy and cloudy head feeling. Started to reduce Gabapentin 2 mos ago and am down to 300mg in am & 300mg in pm. Still same symptoms. My Dr. said might have to try another medication but with greater risk for side affects. I have Small nerve neuropathy.
Fri, 31 Jan 2020
Hi,
Treatment depends on the underlying condition. If small fiber neuropathy caused by diabetes,it is treated by managing blood sugar levels and maintaining a healthy weight. Other Treatment modalities include anti-depressants, anti-convulsants, corticosteroids, topical pain creams and analgesics.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ajeet Singh, General & Family Physician
Treatment depends on the underlying condition. If small fiber neuropathy caused by diabetes,it is treated by managing blood sugar levels and maintaining a healthy weight. Other Treatment modalities include anti-depressants, anti-convulsants, corticosteroids, topical pain creams and analgesics.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ajeet Singh, General & Family Physician
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