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  1. Neuropathy - Treatment

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    Treatment aims at reducing symptoms and treating underlying diseases, if any. The following medications have been recommended for treating neuropathy.

    Medication

    Antidepressants: Relieves pain.

    Amitriptyline . Imipramine . Desipramine

    Anticonvulsants: Reduces symptoms.

    Pregabalin . Gabapentin . Carbamazepine . Lamotrigine

    Topical medications: Muscle relaxants, helps in reducing the pain.

    Capsaicin . Lidocaine

    Antidiabetics: Antidiabetic drugs may be prescribed in case of diabetic neuropathy.

    Metformin

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    Procedure

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    General surgery: Surgery may be recommended to remove tumors pressing against the nerves.

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    Specialist

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    Neurologist : Specializes in treating diseases of the nervous system, which includes the brain, the spinal cord, and the nerves.

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    Can over-the-counter medications help with nerve pain?
    Both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription drugs can aid in easing nerve pain symptoms. However, before taking any medications, it’s vital to speak with a doctor or healthcare professional. “Not all medications are suitable for young people.
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    Diagnosis

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    One or more of these tests may be recommended by your medical provider.
    Diagnosis is primarily aimed at identifying the underlying causes.

    Common tests & procedures

    Neurological test: Assessing the functioning of nerves and reflexes at joints.

    Blood test: Blood tests to check for infections, diabetes, and vitamin deficiencies.

    Spinal tap (lumbar puncture): Lumbar puncture to check for infections in the spinal cord or spinal fluid.

    X-ray: To check for damage to nerves.

    CT scan: Helps to find out tumors or other abnormalities.

    Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): Helps to look for herniated disks, tumors or other medical conditions.

    Electromyography (EMG): A small needle is inserted through skin and records electrical activity of muscles to detect nerve damage.

    Nerve conduction test: Electrodes are placed on skin and records electrical activity of muscles.

    Nerve biopsy: Removes a small portion of nerve to check for abnormalities.

    Skin biopsy: Removes a small portion of skin for further analysis.

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    Over-the-counter treatments for nerve pain include 1 2 3 4 5:

    • Topical painkillers
    • Painkilling medicines (such as acetaminophen, aspirin, and ibuprofen)
    • Supplements and vitamins (such as vitamin B12)
    • Creams and patches containing capsaicin
    • Heat or ice packs
    • Gentle stretching
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    WebMD
    https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/nonprescription-treatments-nerve-pain
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    Treating Nerve Pain (Neuropathy): OTC Pain Relief - WebMD
    Over-the-Counter Treatments for Nerve Pain 1 Topical painkillers. Many over-the-counter creams and ointments are sold to relieve nerve pain. ...
    Healthline
    https://www.healthline.com/health/nerve-pain-medication
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    Your Guide to Nerve Pain Medication Options - Healthline
    Over-the-counter medications for nerve pain 1 Oral pain relievers OTC pain relievers include the following: acetaminophen (Tylenol) ibuprofen (Advil) naproxen (Aleve) aspirin ...
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    Verywell Health
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    clevelandclinic.org
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    GoodRx
    Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/chronic-nerve-pain-treatment-2564488
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    Nerve Pain Medication to Treat Neuropathy - Verywell Health
    Oral pain relievers can be purchased over the counter. There are two main types: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and acetaminophen. NSAIDS are not very effective at …
    clevelandclinic.org
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15833-neuropathic-pain
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    Neuropathic Pain (Nerve Pain): What It Is, Causes & Symptoms
    In most cases, you’ll need a combination of treatments to manage neuropathic pain. These treatments might include: Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers. These include medications …
    GoodRx
    https://www.goodrx.com/conditions/pain/lyrica-vs-gabapentin-which-is-better-for-sciatica-pain
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    Sciatic Nerve Pain: 6 Prescription Medications That May Help
    In general, the first treatments to try are heat or ice packs, gentle stretching, and over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers. These pain medications include acetaminophen (Tylenol) …
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  3. Healthline
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    4 Over the Counter Medications for Nerve Pain - Healthline

  4. WebMD
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    Treating Nerve Pain (Neuropathy): OTC Pain Relief - WebMD

  5. Drugs.com
    https://www.drugs.com/condition/neuropathic-pain.html

    List of 11 Neuropathic Pain Medications Compared - Drugs.com