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Is There Any Help With Diabetic Neuropathy?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Orlando, FL

I have gone to doctors who only offer very expensive programs ( not covered by insurance)onvolving stem cell and plasma treatments that may or may not work

February 3
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A DiabetesTeam Member

taking vitamin B complex helps a lot.Since starting it as a result f dialysis my neuropathy has eased considerably

February 3
A DiabetesTeam Member

Short answer is NO

You can alleviate the symptoms with Gabapentin (Neurontin) or Pregabalin (Lyrica) which "masks" the sensation but the condition continues to get worse

Getting perfect control of your blood sugar will slow it down or possibly stop it from getting worse

But like all of the diabetic complication, by the time you notice them it's pretty much too late to "fix the problem" - it was years of damage that caused it and you can't roll it back

February 3
A DiabetesTeam Member

Yes, there are several ways to help manage diabetic neuropathy:

Slowing Disease Progression
- Manage Blood Sugar Levels: Work with your doctor to keep your blood glucose levels in check through a combination of lifestyle changes and medications.

Pain Relief
- Medications: Commonly prescribed medications include Show Full Answer

Yes, there are several ways to help manage diabetic neuropathy:

Slowing Disease Progression
- Manage Blood Sugar Levels: Work with your doctor to keep your blood glucose levels in check through a combination of lifestyle changes and medications.

Pain Relief
- Medications: Commonly prescribed medications include tricyclic antidepressants, serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, and gamma-aminobutyric acid analogs. Opioids and topical creams may also be added if needed.

Lifestyle Changes
- Physical Activity: Stay active and take breaks from sitting by walking around every 30 minutes.
- Healthy Diet: Eat a balanced diet and lose weight if overweight.
- Limit Alcohol and Quit Smoking: Both can exacerbate neuropathy symptoms.

Treating Complications
- Foot Care: Regular at-home foot care and yearly foot exams are essential.
- Specific Treatments: For complications like gastroparesis, smaller, more frequent meals can help. Bladder problems or sexual dysfunction may be treated with medications.

Communication
- Talk to Your Doctor: Discuss any symptoms or complications with your healthcare provider to determine the best treatment plan.

For more detailed information, you can visit the resource: [Neuropathy and Diabetes | DiabetesTeam](https://www.DiabetesTeam.com/resources/neuropat...).

August 1
A DiabetesTeam Member

You should find an.improvement fairly quickly.Hope you do.

February 5
A DiabetesTeam Member

Thank you, I am taking this, esp B12.

February 4

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