Question 1

what chemotherapy induces peripheral neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Some: There are some chemo that can give you peripheral neuropathy for instance taxane (docetaxel, paclitaxol), vinca alkaloids ( vincristine), platinum ( oxaliplatin, cisplatin, carboplatin) etc.

Question 2

what can be done for neuropathy in my feet after i had chemotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Medications: There are medications that can help - Neurontin (gabapentin) and Elavil to name two possibilities.  There is also a modality known at "anodyne therapy" that some physical therapists offer that can also be beneficial.

Question 3

is autonomic neuropathy common after chemo? if you can develop it from chemotherapy, will it go away eventually?

Accepted Answer

No, it is uncommon: We rarely see autonomic neuropathy due to chemotherapy. It should resolve with time like most neuropathies from chemo do.

Question 4

the symptoms of chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy are expected to be?

Accepted Answer

Peripheral neuropath: Most commonly presented as numbness/decreased sensation and tingling on your fingers and toes (stocking-glove pattern) . When it is worse it can then be presented as  pain / discomfort on your hands and feet. ( painful neuropathy). Sometimes, particular chemotherapy like oxaliplatin also can give you cold induced pain.
Chemo induced neuropathy - usually is accumulative.

Question 5

how long will i need to take vitamin b6 for peripheral neuropathy that was caused by chemotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Get it from food: All people need vitamin b6 but most get it from food and so should you. It is present in many green vegetables. Eat well and you don't need to take it in pill form.

Question 6

my mom is undergoing chemotherapy-currently taxol- for breast cancer-is neuropathy that comes and goes a normal side effect?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can be: Taxol (paclitaxel) is a great drug but does cause some discomfort in the form of neuropathy but it is temporary problem and should not become a major issue even if you continue the drug use

Question 7

is pain common with small fiber neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Small fiber neuropathy can cause pain which is often described as a burning or prickly sensation.

Question 8

what are the causes of small fiber neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

You name it!: if you can think of it, its probably a cause of SFPN. Some high on the list are: Alcohol use, medications, diabetes and insulin resistance, vitamin deficiencies, autoimmune disease... although there are multitude of others!

Question 9

what are the common small fiber neuropathy symptoms?

Accepted Answer

See details: Numbness, paresthesias (pins and needles) and/or weakness.

Question 10

can nerves heal in autoinmune small fibers neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In some cases, marked benefits occur with infusions of ivig, and we know that diabetics who take metanx experience fibre re-growth and multiplication after about 9-12 months.  If problem due to treatable condition such as celiac disease or sarcoid, might also see reversal.  Uncover the precise mechanism of the disorder, and treat appropriately.

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The symptoms of chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy are expected to be?

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How long will i need to take vitamin b6 for peripheral neuropathy that was caused by chemotherapy?

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My mom is undergoing chemotherapy-currently taxol- for breast cancer-is neuropathy that comes and goes a normal side effect?

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