According to the NHS (national health service) Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can cause pain, numbness or weakness.
The common symptoms of peripheral neuropathy include:
- pain
- numbness
- tingling
- weakness in your hands, arms or feet
The main symptoms of peripheral neuropathy can include:
- numbness and tingling in the feet or hands-burning
- stabbing or shooting pain in affected areas
- loss of balance and co-ordination
- muscle weakness, especially in the feet
These symptoms are usually constant, but may come and go.
Treatment for peripheral neuropathy depends on what’s causing it. Nerve pain is usually treated with strong prescription painkillers.
MEDICAL TREATMENTS
Treatment depends on the symptoms and underlying cause. Not all of the underlying causes of neuropathy can be treated.
We know for example, if you have diabetes, it may help to gain better control of your blood sugar level, stop smoking and cut down on alcohol.
You must understand, nerve pain may be treated with prescribed medicines called neuropathic pain agents, as standard painkillers often do not work.
If you have other symptoms associated, these may need to be treated individually.
Treatment for muscle weakness may involve physiotherapy and walking aids.
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