How To Treat Neuropathy?

Treat the underlying cause

Control blood sugar if diabetic

Stop alcohol use

Correct vitamin deficiencies

Review and adjust medications that may cause neuropathy

Use pain-relief medicines as prescribed

Consider nerve pain medicines such as gabapentin, pregabalin, duloxetine, or amitriptyline

Use topical treatments such as lidocaine or capsaicin

Manage inflammation or autoimmune causes with appropriate treatment

Do physical therapy and regular exercise

Protect numb feet and hands from injury

Wear proper footwear

Maintain good foot care

Use assistive devices if needed

Improve sleep and stress management

Seek urgent medical care for rapid weakness, severe pain, trouble breathing, or loss of bladder or bowel control

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