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Old 02-26-2010, 09:20 AM
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Hello Sara....

Since you have been taking antiseizure drugs for a long time, I'd suggest you get a Vit D test and see if you are low in this.
Most antiseizure drugs deplete Vit D and calcium.

I'd also get tested for B12 since you have the neuropathy symptoms. (get your results and they should be 400 or above--do not accept "normal" from your doctor as many doctors think normal can be in the 200's etc--using antequated lab ranges).

Fixing these two things if you are low, may really help your comfort levels.

Here is a new medical video explaining the critical importance of Vit D today, based on new research (your doctor may be behind the times on this)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ-qekFoi-o

This website has good information also for you to read:
http://www.grassrootshealth.net/

I have other threads on the Peripheral Neuropathy forum and Vitamin forum that may help you.
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