How to Reverse Alcoholism Neuropathy
Alcoholism neuropathy results from excessive liquor consumption. Sufferers experience decreased nerve function. Symptoms vary. Many people have numbness, weakness, muscle cramps, heat intolerance, constipation, nausea and difficulty swallowing. Fortunately, there are ways to reverse alcoholism neuropathy. The key is controlling the discomforting symptoms and healing the nerve damage.
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Stay away from alcohol. To reverse alcoholism neuropathy, eliminate alcoholic beverages from your diet.
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Take vitamin supplements. Alcoholics normally suffer from a vitamin deficiency. Take a daily multivitamin to receive essential nutrients. Additionally, take 100 mg of thiamine a day to improve your nerve and muscle function.
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Ask your doctor about prescription and over-the-counter medications to control pain associated with alcoholism neuropathy. Buy an OTC drug, such as ibuprofen or aspirin. If this doesn't improve your condition, ask for a prescription painkiller.
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Ask your doctor about an antidepressant or an anticonvulsant medication. Severe pain may not cease with pain relievers. In this case, your doctor may prescribe an antidepressant or an anticonvulsant to control nerve and muscle pain.
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See a physical therapist. In severe cases, physical therapy is necessary to help sufferers regain control of their muscles.
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