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what is the condition of neuritis and its treatments?
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Dr. Walter Husar answered
33 years experience Neurology
Neuritis: Neuritis is defined as an inflammation of a peripheral nerve or nerves. There are several causes of inflammation including infection or compression. Treatment is either symptom relief or treating the cause of the inflammation.
Answered on Apr 12, 2019
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Dr. William Shaffer answered
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Meds: Sterois or acthar.
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