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Can toxic neuropathy (related to antibiotic used) be permanent or temporary?

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Both can occur: You need to exclude other contributory causes as well. (Diabetes, thyroid disorder, nutritional deficiency, etc)

Answered 4/3/2015

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A member asked:

Can toxic neuropathy (related to antibiotic used) be permanent or temporary?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

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