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What Causes Neuropathic Pain In A Diabetic?
Question: Hi
Everything is okay, , Researching treatment here.
I have immigrated in November 2016 and have lost 40Ibs in body weight.
I have a long way to go to get fit and healthy.
My symptoms are similar to Diabetes type too however my blood sugar levels are fine .
I think the pain I am experiencing is neuropathic pain.
I also believe that if I continue to loose weight then my pain will reduce
regards
Everything is okay, , Researching treatment here.
I have immigrated in November 2016 and have lost 40Ibs in body weight.
I have a long way to go to get fit and healthy.
My symptoms are similar to Diabetes type too however my blood sugar levels are fine .
I think the pain I am experiencing is neuropathic pain.
I also believe that if I continue to loose weight then my pain will reduce
regards
Brief Answer:
Get investigated as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
As discussed earlier, investigations like vitamin D, vitamin B12, thyroid profile should be done.
Nerve conduction study can be done too.
Weight loss may cause nutritional vitamin deficiency.
Wishing you good health and early recovery.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Get investigated as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
As discussed earlier, investigations like vitamin D, vitamin B12, thyroid profile should be done.
Nerve conduction study can be done too.
Weight loss may cause nutritional vitamin deficiency.
Wishing you good health and early recovery.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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