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What is neuropathy? is it bad ? does it need immediate attention ?
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General term: Neuropathy is a general term for "nerve damage". There can be literally hundreds of causes. Doctors will screen you for common causes such as diabetes and vitamin deficiencies but once common causes are ruled out, you then require a more advanced work up. About 30% of individuals (depending on which medical literature one reads) never find a reason for their neuropathy.
Answered 7/29/2020
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