Day: November 18, 2022

If you are living with neuropathy, it is important to be mindful of the foods you eat. Some foods can aggravate your symptoms, while others can help to ease them. A healthy diet can go a long way for patients living with neuropathy. Below we will discuss some food choices that may be helpful when…

Rare diseases are medical conditions that are diagnosed in fewer than 200,000 Americans. The exact reasons why some of these diseases are so rare are not readily understood. In some cases, it may be due to a lack of information on them or because they haven’t been identified yet. More research is needed to understand…

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when the peripheral nerves are damaged. The peripheral nervous system includes the nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body. Neuropathy can be caused by many things, including diabetes, injuries, infections, and certain medications. However, there are also some lesser-known causes of…

According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, approximately 20 million Americans suffer from peripheral neuropathy- nerve damage that can cause numbness, pain, and muscle weakness. The condition is most commonly caused by diabetes, however it can also be caused by autoimmune diseases, certain medications, infections, and trauma. People with diabetes are particularly…