Alcohol-related neuropathy
Moderateहिंदी: फोकल मिर्गी · தமிழ்: குவிய வலிப்பு · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಫೋಕಲ್ ಅಪಸ್ಮಾರ · తెలుగు: ఫోకల్ మూర్ఛ వ్యాధి · বাংলা: ফোকাল মৃগীরোগ · मराठी: फोकल अपस्मार · ગુજરાતી: ફોકલ મરકી
About this condition
Chronic alcohol consumption damages peripheral nerves and depletes B vitamins, causing painful tingling and numbness in feet and hands. Stopping alcohol, taking B vitamin supplements and nerve pain medications help recovery, though complete reversal may not occur if damage is severe.
Common symptoms
tingling feet and handsnumbnesspainweaknessburning sensationhistory of alcohol use
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When to see a doctor: within a week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Alcohol-related neuropathy?
tingling feet and hands, numbness, pain, weakness, burning sensation, history of alcohol use.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week
Is Alcohol-related neuropathy common in India?
Alcohol-related neuropathy is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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