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Do you know of any possible treatment for numb feet, no pain, not diabetes, progressive numbness now for ten years, can no longer drive.
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Numb feet: You may have a vitamin b 12deficiency. Consult your doctor for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 4/15/2018
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Rx depends on cause: There are many other conditions which cause numbess in feet--b12 deficiency, lumbar spinal stenosis, etc. Once the cause of the numbness is determined then your doctor can figure out the proper rx.
Answered 4/15/2018
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Dpends on the cause: Neuropathy is a condition resulting from abnormal nerve function. Neuropathy can be due to certain vitamin deficiencies, nerve damage due to trauma, alcohol consumption, radiation, side effects of certain medications, or due to certain medical conditions such as diabetes. Treatment varies depending on the cause of the problem. Have it evaluated and appropriately treated.
Answered 4/15/2018
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