confused929

[confused929]

hello my name is gary im 36 years old and feel like my whole world has collapsed around me. i got told i had P.N in july this year in june this year  i was a self employed builder climbing ladders and doing physical work now i struggle at walking cant jog 3 steps ,have complete numbness to my legs feet and hands , sometimes stomach. i did drink heavily previous to the news but now very little. ive only had blood test at doctors and feel like they know very little im very frustrated at the moment i need specailist advice and dont feel im getting it. my condition seems to worsen with the weather . please help or point me in the right direction.

[confused929]

can anybodyhelp?

[confused929]

thanks for your reply , i dont have pain as im numb most of the time , i often walk with dificulties and when i wake up seem to have spasms lasting a few seconds .i take three x thiamen 100mg a day and all my doctor said yesterday was go back and see him in 6 months. if i keep deterorating like the last 5 months then i cant imagine the state i will be in then. also i can here my knees clicking when i walk are they been overworked by my loss of balance .thank you for your time.p.s you mention toxic chemicals which ive worked with for the past 5 years 50 per cent of time could this be the cause also with alcohol.

[jenny2008]

Peripheral neuropathy, in its most common form, causes pain and numbness in your hands and feet. The pain typically is described as tingling or burning, while the loss of sensation often is compared to the feeling of wearing a thin stocking or glove

The first goal of treatment is to manage the condition causing your neuropathy.

The second goal of treatment is to relieve the painful symptoms.

Mild symptoms may be relieved by over-the-counter pain medications. For more severe symptoms, your doctor may recommend prescription painkillers. Lignocaine patches also helps in relieving pain.

The best way to prevent peripheral neuropathy is to carefully manage any medical condition that puts you at risk. That means controlling your blood sugar level if you have diabetes or talking to your doctor about safe and effective treatments if you think you may have a problem with alcohol.

Whether or not you have a medical condition, eat a healthy diet that's rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein.

Avoid repetitive motions, cramped positions and toxic chemicals, all of which may cause nerve damage.

Consult a good neurologist and follow up properly.