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What is the treatment for peripheral neuropathy?

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Several routes: Meds: pain relievers, anti-seizure drugs, capsaicin, Lidocaine patches, antodepressants. Tens has some benefit. You need to identify the cause and try to control it (diabetes, chemical poisoning etc).

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Many options.: Topical capsaicin may be helpful for some, while others may benefit with oral medication such as Pregabalin (lyrica), Amitriptyline (elavil), duloxetine (cymbalta), Gabapentin (neurontin), Carbamazepine (tegretol), or valproate (depakote) to reduce the painful symptoms in the feet due to neuropathy. Watch you sugar intake, and have your vitamin b levels checked and supplemented as necessary.

Answered 4/28/2015

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