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Do Ultraviolet Radiations Help In Treating Peripheral Neuropathy?

I am 49 yrs old I am supposed to have charkot Marie tooth . I have peripheral neuropathy that I know. I am in a lot of pain . I have tried most everything my balance is not good. I am not diabetic . None of the drugs they put me on have helped. Neurotin lyrica etc I have had it since I was 32 any suggestions I felt worse when I was on all the drugs they put me on . I have heard the ultraviolet light may help but I am not sure
Fri, 16 Aug 2019
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Hello,

You have a history of CMT(sensory neuropathy & hereditary motor). Peripheral neuropathy takes time to cure, diabetes may trigger the symptoms. If diabetic control your glucose levels at all cost.

Ultraviolet radiations( Anodyne light therapy) according to research study is not very effective. However, if medicines are not working, you can consult your treating doctor about it.

Therapy that is effective are TENS, Trans-cutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, physical therapy, plasma exchange & iv immunoglobin or surgery if needed.

You can apply Capsaicin locally & take Lidocaine patch for relieve. Your treating doctor may give you pain relievers, antidepressants,etc.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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Do Ultraviolet Radiations Help In Treating Peripheral Neuropathy?

Hello, You have a history of CMT(sensory neuropathy & hereditary motor). Peripheral neuropathy takes time to cure, diabetes may trigger the symptoms. If diabetic control your glucose levels at all cost. Ultraviolet radiations( Anodyne light therapy) according to research study is not very effective. However, if medicines are not working, you can consult your treating doctor about it. Therapy that is effective are TENS, Trans-cutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, physical therapy, plasma exchange & iv immunoglobin or surgery if needed. You can apply Capsaicin locally & take Lidocaine patch for relieve. Your treating doctor may give you pain relievers, antidepressants,etc. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician