
What Causes Burning Sensation Under The Arm?

neuropathy
Detailed Answer:
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The gabapentin was to treat neuropathy. This refers to abnormal function of the nerves which can cause sensations such as burning, tingling, sticking, numbness etc
If it didn't work for you, there are other medications that can be tried eg lyrica, amitriptyline, nortriptyline, cymbalta, tegretol
These medications, like gabapentin, are either seizure medications or antidepressants but are commonly used for neuropathy as well.
Causes: (a) not known
(b)diabetes
(c) vitamin b12 or folate deficiency
(4)liver or kidney disease
(5)trauma to the nerves in the area
(6)exposure to toxins
(7)neurological disease such as stroke, ms
(8)infectiion
You may want to consider having blood tests for the liver, kidney, vitamin b12, folate and diabetes screen.
If a specific cause is found then is possible that it may be treated and your symptoms may improve.
One of the other medications mentioned for neuropathy may also help.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

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