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What causes peripheral neuropathy if there is no history \of diabetes or alcohol abuse?
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Neuropathy can: also be secondary to chemotherapy. Additionally, some people develop neuropathy and the cause is not determined. Please see your doc. Natural supplement for this is Alpha Lipoic Acid. Check w/;professional for proper dose. Peace and good health. Needs to be 1200 mg daily or not helpful. Diagnosis or treatment not done here.
Answered 11/24/2014
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