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What is the long term prognosis for small fiber neuropathy in the feet.

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Generally good: Most folks with small fiber neuropathy don't experience a lot of change in their symptoms over time, and it seldom progresses to involve other nerve fibers.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/10/2018

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