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I have sudden onset neuropathy of the feet. i keep being told find out the cause.my neurologist told me once you have it, it doesn't matter what the cause is,cleaning fluids caused it, so what now?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Get on to treatment.: If you are having a lot of symptoms there may be good medicines for you. If your symptoms are primarily numbness there may not be much to do, but you should certainly talk with your doc about things to do to prevent further deterioration and injury to your feet.

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Answered 6/28/2014

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A member asked:

I have sudden onset neuropathy of the feet. i keep being told find out the cause.my neurologist told me once you have it, it doesn't matter what the cause is,cleaning fluids caused it, so what now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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