Question 1

is there a connection between peripheral neuropathy and high cholesterol?

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No: There is in general no clear connection with high cholesterol. There is a rare peripheral neuropathy that is the first clinical expression of cholesterol emboli syndrome (ces).

Question 2

what causes irregular menstrual cycles, vitamin d deficiency, peripheral neuropathy, gluten intolerance, high cholesterol, fatigue, low bbt?

Accepted Answer

Menses: There are many causes of irregular menses and you should see a Gynecologist about this.
Vitamin D deficiency is unnecessary. Over the counter bottles with 1000 mg daily should be enough.
Gluten intolerance is telling you to slow down taking any gluten.
High cholesterol can be treated and your doctor will assist you.
Fatigue - why?

Question 3

is vitamin b6 200mg daily to high if i want to treat my peripheral neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

How do you that it: is due to B6 deficiency. You ought consult a neurologist to determine the cause of peripheral neuropathy and treat the cause. Excess of B6 can itself cause neuropathy. You may visit these two sites for information and then discuss the matter with your doctor.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/vitamin-b6/background/HRB-20058788
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16320662

Question 4

i take 450mg lyrica (pregabalin) 4 my peripheral neuropathy.also diagnosed w/high anxiety & take prn xanax.anything else can take cuz pain causes panic attacks?

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Many choices: There are a number of medications that are effective for panic attacks. I suggest you consult with a psychiatrist for guidance.

Question 5

been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy   blood test showed high immunoglobulin m w/polyclonal gammopathy. kappa/lambda increase. possible meaning?

Accepted Answer

PlasmaCellDIsorder: May have plasma cell disorder/multiple myeloma.  Plasma cells are a type of white blood cells that produces immunoglobulin(antibodies).  Multiple myeloma is a cancerous or excessive proliferation of these plasma cells which may lead to excessive high levels of calcium/bone pain/renal failure/anemia (low blood counts).  Need to see hematologist (blood doctor specialist).

Question 6

female, 35, otherwise healthy, symptoms of neuropathy in feet, hands, fatigue, weakness, temperature issues. diagnosed peripheral neuropathy, failed ncv emg. labs neg for common autoimmune, but high esr. possible causes for the pn? should be worried?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. I trust that you have been tested for vitamin deficiency and metal poisoning. It would be prudent to see a neurologist and may require metabolic and genetic testing.

Question 7

what is the common age that people get peripheral neuropathy?

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Unable to determine: There are so many different types of neurpathies that no specific age of onset can be determined.

Question 8

how bad can peripheral neuropathy get? not diabetic. ..

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the cause. Neuropathy may result in ulcers, infections, joint damage and related complications that my necessitate amputation.
You may visit this site for more info: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Peripheral-Neuropathy-Fact-Sheet

Question 9

say i have peripheral neuropathy, does that mean i have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Quite possibly not.: The major symptoms of the flu usually last for about 2 to 5 days without a condition which impacts immunity. In a healthy person it often takes a week or more to get back up to speed. It may take longer if you have leukemia. Discuss any concerns with your physician. Take care.

Question 10

what is the difference between peripheral neuropathy and neuralgia?

Accepted Answer

Signs: Neuralgia is pain is the distribution of a nerve. Neuropathy is objective evidence of nerve dysfunction. For example, numbness or weakness atteibuted to a nerve. One can have a neuralgia without objective evidence of nerve dysfunction. One can have neuropathy without pain.

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