Question 1

can diabetic neuropathy be cured?

Accepted Answer

Acetyl l carnitine: The only thing with evidence to suggest it may be able to help nerve recovery in diabetic neuropathy is acetyl l carnitine.  It is a safe over the counter Amino Acid supplement that is proven to alleviate symtpoms and may aid in nerve regeneration.

Question 2

can peripheral neuropathy be cured?

Accepted Answer

Peripheral neuropath: Is permanent once it starts. It can not be cured although treatments are available to decrease symptoms.

Question 3

can drug induced neuropathy be cured?
e.g. drugs like methotrexate can cause polyneuropathy of feet. can it be cured?

Accepted Answer

Yes: after finishing the treatment usually side effect clear gradually.

Question 4

is there any cure for neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There are many causes of neuropathy, including diabetes, B12 deficiency, alcohol, autoimmune (lupus, rheumatoid, vasculitis), heavy metal toxicity, chemotherapy, nerve entrapment. Many forms of neuropathy can be treated and pain can be reduced or eliminated. Treatment depends on the cause.

Question 5

is there a cure for neuropathy from hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Hypertension: Neuropathy? I am not familar with a typical neuropathy from hypertension. Was that the specific diagnosis you received. Many patients have associated hypertension and diabetes and the neuropathy is secondary to diabetes or other causes. I would be happy to receive more information to try and give you a better answer. Good luck.

Question 6

is there a treatment or cure for neuropathy that uses vitamins or supplements?

Accepted Answer

B vitamins: There is some thought that vitamin b6 and B12 plus Folic Acid seem to help with neuroapthy.

Question 7

can you tell me if there is something new for cure of pheripheal neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Peripheral neuropathy has been around for many years.  There is no cure that I am aware of.  There are however some excellent treatments.  The main treatments involve medications such as anti depressants (paxil, cymbalta (duloxetine)...), anti convulsants (neurontin, lyrica).  If all of these fail you may be a candidate for spinal cord stimulation - an excellent treatment.
Good luck.

Question 8

is there a cure or remedy for neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Neuropathy refers that something being wrong with your nervous system. There are many forms that are temporary because they are caused by a virus or a bacteria of some sort. Neuropathy can also be caused by a genetic condition or some other pathology which is irreversible. Consult your pcp for more information on a specific type of neuropathy.

Question 9

what is the recommended cure for poly neuropathy ?

Accepted Answer

Varies: There may or may not be cures for some causes, but control is more likely.  Immune neuropathies can be helped with ivig infusions, diabetic might benefit from good glucose control and metanx, HIV from retroviral regimens, etc.  In short, best approach is to pin down diagnosis and treat specific cause.  Pain control is available regardless of cause.

Question 10

is there a cure for peripheral neuropathy?

Accepted Answer

A cure? Often no: Peripheral  neuropathy can be well managed with one(or several) medications.  It is best treated (and maybe cured) by addressing the cause (diabetes, toxin exposure etc).

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