The Western Neuropathy Association‘s October Neuropathy Hope newsletter included a discussion of sarcoidosis as part of Glenn Robotsky’s bi-monthly Unusual Causes of Neuropathy column:
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Red Light Therapy
Red Light Therapy? Warning or Wonder? Red Light Therapy. Some of our members swear by it. Others sweat at it after spending months trying to make it work and paying for equipment. It is used for a variety of ailments but lately has been promoted in ads and by local physicians as a way to
Long Covid Is Being Increasingly Seen As Neurological Disease
Long Covid Is Being Increasingly Seen As Neurological Disease Whereas it once appeared more related to pulmonary disorders, Long COVID is increasingly being recognized as a neurological disease, reports Scientific American magazine in its latest issue. Victims with symptoms such as pain, extreme fatigue, and “brain fog” affecting over 15 million adults in the U.S. as
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Idiopathic Neuropathy
Dr. Latov Explains Idiopathic Neuropathy “Idiopathic” is a strange term to describe any medical condition. It literally means “we have no idea”. That’s better than misdiagnosis, but the term doesn’t provide a lot of help or exude much confidence. However, if you are diagnosed with idiopathic neuropathy, you’ll want to watch this talk by one
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NYT: Why Americans feel more chronic pain
NYT: Why Americans feel more chronic pain Our Neuropathic companion is often chronic pain. This article, by New York Times health columnist Nicholas Kristol, does a deep dive into the issue of pain and gives some suggestions on managing it. Click here for access to the article.
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New titles from Rebecca’s bookshelf
New Titles From Rebecca’s Bookshelf Rebecca Hotop recommends these two new book finds to the group. The first is 55 Essential Balance Exercises for Seniors by Brandon Lee.Described as a fall prevention and stability guide, the book comes with a video and illustrations to get you started. The whole effort is devoted to helping us
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Slow memory loss after 60
Slow memory loss after 60? A multivitamin may be the answer. By Marlene Cimons A group taking a multivitamin was two years younger in memory function, research shows. https://wapo.st/481Gidg
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Vertex announced promising drug.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals announced promising post-op pain control drug It is promising as a neuropathy treatment because the company said it affects peripheral nerves. The drug still has to be approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. CLICK ON THE PHOTO TO ACCESS THE TIMES ARTICLE.
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FAQ Hereditary Peripheral Neuropathy
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Hereditary Peripheral Neuropat What is Hereditary Peripheral Neuropathy? Hereditary Peripheral Neuropathy refers to a group of inherited disorders that affect the peripheral nervous system, leading to disruptions in the communication between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. What causes Hereditary Peripheral Neuropathy? These disorders are caused
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UC research
UC researchers can “see” pain in the brain University of California researchers have mapped areas of the brain that show pain. This is good news for those of us who deal with what is known as our “invisible” disease. “It is the first time researchers have decoded the brain activity underlying chronic pain in patients,