A member asked:

Can you have neuropathy in your feet if you don't have diabetes? my feet burn and hurt and sometimes get bright red. feel in fingers sometimes.

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Neuropathy: yes you can. many causes of neuropathy not related to diabetes . Need to see your doctor to run some tests.

Answered 4/8/2015

3k views

Thank
Dr. Shawn Dalton-bethea answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Neuropathy: Yes. Neuropathy can stem from other sources besides diabetes. To name a few vitamin deficiencies (Vit B12 & Folate), medications (ex cholesterol meds), hypothyroidism, alcoholism, chemo or radiation tx, peripheral vascular disease, etc. . Your provider will be able to check your B12, folate (folic acid) & TSH levels. May be a straightforward reduction or resolution of symptoms.

Answered 4/6/2017

3k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more