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Old 08-04-2011, 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by stan t View Post
small fiber neuropathy was ruled out by skin punch biopsy. I have no weakness or other neurological signs that would point to a large
fiber neuropathy. emg and nerve studies also were negative. My skin punch biopsy was sent off to a place called Bako labs.
Wow!!! You had the big time work up and then some! Frustrating to have the symptoms but not the illness-- only in terms of treatment and recovery. I am glad that you do not have PN and would not wish illness on anyone.

You are on meds given for nerve damage, unknown cause of pain, and the meds are working? That's kind of telling, isn't it.

Fortunately nerves can regenerate, rate of recovery is dependent on the cause of the damage and if there are still some ungoing factors. Many variables including age, general health etc. are involved. Sometimes only time will tell. My case- I was told it would take years for the axons to repair to regain strength and function in my legs and my foot will most likely remain unchanged.
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