Simple test brings clarity and hope for families with inherited neuropathy

A new, inexpensive urine test that measures two sugar alcohols, sorbitol and xylitol, is making it easier, faster, and far ...
Medscape

New-Onset Neuropathy: Case Challenge

An important clinical pearl: Risk for tendinopathy is far greater in older patients and those taking concomitant corticosteroids. The risk for tendon rupture (odds ratio, 3.1; 95% confidence interval, ...
Renal & Urology News

Neuromuscular Training Cuts Onset of Chemo-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

Incidence of CIPN significantly lower for patients undergoing sensorimotor training, whole-body vibration training. (HealthDay News) — Neuromuscular training reduces the onset of chemotherapy-induced ...
Healio

Use clinical diagnostic skills, consider comorbidities when treating diabetic neuropathy

BOSTON — Health care professionals should use a broad range of tools to diagnose diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and ...
Everyday Health

Vitamin D May Help Reduce Peripheral Neuropathy Caused by Chemotherapy

A new study has found evidence that vitamin D supplements may reduce chemotherapy-induced neuropathy (CIPN) in people with low levels of the vitamin. Peripheral neuropathy is often described as ...
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Reducing Peripheral Neuropathy, A Common Chemotherapy Side Effect for Black Women With Breast Cancer

Peripheral neuropathy is a troubling side effect of certain chemotherapy drugs, known as taxanes, that are commonly used to ...