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When you have neuropathy and u have a few drinks why is it so much pain the next day?
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Alcohol did it: Could be from alcohol having a direct effect on damaged nerves as well as alcohol makes you sleep poorly. People who sleep poorly tend to have higher pain levels.
Answered 10/7/2013
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See below: Alcohol is toxic to nerves. People with peripheral neuropathy who drink generally worsen their neuropathy and should not drink alcohol. The two most common reasons for neuropathy in the us are diabetes and heavy alcohol intake.
Answered 12/9/2012
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