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Say i have peripheral neuropathy, does that mean i have diabetes?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Quite possibly not.: The major symptoms of the flu usually last for about 2 to 5 days without a condition which impacts immunity. In a healthy person it often takes a week or more to get back up to speed. It may take longer if you have leukemia. Discuss any concerns with your physician. Take care.

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Answered 9/11/2013

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Father having Diabetes and Peripheral Neuropathy complains that his feet are slipping even when he is just standing or walking. What should be done?

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I have had blue toes for going on 4 months I do not have diabetes. I have been to 4 doctors and they do not seemed concerned I have had pheripheral neuropathy in rght and left toes for 3 months.Now, it is only in my right toes and they are just sensitive

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The term my neuro doctor used for my neuropathy is idiopathic what does that mean? I have diabetes i need a med tht helps with anxiety and the neurop

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I'm 18 and I have foot and hand numbness or tingling half an hour each day, does that mean neuropathy? And is it diabetes? I'm too worried :(

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Received letter from neuro. It says "no sensory signs". Does this rule out things like peripheral neuropathy ?

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