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Female, age 81 yrs with diabetic neuropathy, feet lost normal sensation. does vitamin b12 injections help?
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Possible: There are many physicians who believe that vitamin b6 and B12 help with neuropathy.
Answered 6/24/2014
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YEs: Studies have shown that B12 supplementation have been proven to help with sympots associated with diabetic neuropathy. I would suggest going to eastpennfoot.Com for more information at diabetes foot and ankle center for more information.
Answered 12/16/2014
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Yes but.....: Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage and therefore can never be 100% restored. To improve and prevent further deterioration diet and exercise is the key. Keep blood sugars under control. Stop smoking (affects circulation to nerves) limit alcohol use which destroys nerves. Vit. B may levels should be checked and supplemented as required but it won't work by itself.
Answered 7/21/2013
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