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Peripheral Neuropathy and MS - Definition of Peripheral Neuropathy

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Peripheral neuropathy is damage to the peripheral nervous system that causes pain, numbness, tingling and/or muscle weakness in the extremities.

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A variety of exercises can help improve balance - chicagotribune.com

chicagotribune.com — “DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm 83 years old and have osteoarthritis affecting several joints and a peripheral neuropathy. I've been in exercise programs for the past four years, but my balance seems to be getting worse. It's difficult to stand in one spot without holding onto something. Is there any exercise that addresses balance problems?View full resource at chicagotribune.com

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Subclinical Peripheral Neuropathy Is a Common Finding in Colorectal Cancer Patients Prior to Chemotherapy - OncologySTAT

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Comments of using Gabapentin (study 6146111) - eHealthMe.com

ehealthme.com — “developed peripheral neuropathy after using statins. continues weight gain with gabapentin. gerd is severe help!View full resource at ehealthme.com

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Comments of using Omeprazole, Cymbalta, Gabapentin (study 6137649) - eHealthMe.com

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Oncology News - Further data supporting that paclitaxel-associated acute pain syndrome is associated with development of peripheral neuropathy |3978789

mdlinx.com — “Oncology Medical Article: Further data supporting that paclitaxel-associated acute pain syndrome is associated with development of peripheral neuropathyView full resource at mdlinx.com

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I have had peripheral neuropathy in my feet for 2 years after chemo. Do you think that apha lipoic acid may help? Can I take the acid with synthroid?

talkabouthealth.com — “I think it is worth a try. Also might combine some acupuncture (many different strategies come into play). We established a section on the Annie Appleseed ProjeView full resource at talkabouthealth.com

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I have had peripheral neuropathy in my feet for 2 yrs after chemo. Wld apha lipoic acid help? @herbaldale http://t.co/Zitg0dXD #bcsm #cancer

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what is the drug of choice for the peripheral neuropathy in diabetic pt.?

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Arch Intern Med -- Abstract: Tests and Expenditures in the Initial Evaluation of Peripheral Neuropathy, January 23, 2012, Callaghan et al. 172 (2): 127

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More efficient diagnostic tools are not always used for neuropathy patients

news-medical.net — “Researchers at the University of Michigan analyzed the tremendous cost of diagnosing peripheral neuropathy and found that less expensive, more effective tests are less likely to be used.View full resource at news-medical.net

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Researchers analyze tremendous cost of peripheral neuropathy diagnosis

news-medical.net — “Researchers at the University of Michigan analyzed the tremendous cost of diagnosing peripheral neuropathy and found that less expensive, more effective tests are less likely to be used.View full resource at news-medical.net

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Cymbalta (duloxetine) Drug Information by MedicineNet.com

medicinenet.com — “Read about Cymbalta (duloxetine), a drug prescribed for neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, depression, and anxiety. Side effect, dosage, and drug interaction information included.View full resource at medicinenet.com

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lapbandtalk.com — “and we are already exercising Looking back 2011 was a very good year for me a found a solution (not a sure) to my neuropathy pain and I didn’t...View full resource at lapbandtalk.com

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Who Can Get Neuropathy? - TRCB

trcb.com — “Diagnosing requires an interested and experienced doctor, because a routine examination may not detect neuropathy: not all positive and negative results are due to problems with the peripheral nerves. In addition, treatment options are largely centered on drug therapy, and many patients don’t respond well or they develop additional symptoms. There are successful treatment alternatives.View full resource at trcb.com

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Do you have neuropathy symptoms? Check out this article and find out! http://t.co/9r0xgEr9

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