just what is neuropathy. what is treatment. my husband has so many back operations, now his neurosurgeon states that he has neuropathy. symptoms pain in lower back and down legs .his feet has no feeling. balance is a problem. like I said what is neuropathy. we do have an apt set to see a neurologist. what can we expect. he does not have diabetes. thank you
Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Neuropathy refers to a disease of peripheral nerves (nerves of hands and feet). This is most commonly caused by diabetes, but can also occur due to vitamin B12 deficiency or thyroid disorders. The severity of neuropathy can be confirmed by clinical examination and nerve conduction studies. Seeing a neurologist would help identify the cause and plan a treatment. I hope it helps. Please get back if you require any additional information. Best wishes, Chat Doctor. Ly/