Originally Posted by hardhits36

Hello,

I would appreciate any help- as I do not have an appointment with my neurologist for another month

My family doctor told me I have alcohol Neuropathy 2 weeks ago. I am 23, and drank A LOT through college. I woke up shortly after new years and had tingling in my hands, feet, arms, and legs, and had the sharp electric pains all over my body with some MINOR numbness. My B12 and folate levels were normal. My family doctor said my symptoms will subside in 1 month. I have stopped drinking in hopes of returning to normal.

Since I have stopped drinking, my symptoms have gone away. Which is great. However I do have some questions-

1. Can my nerves regenerate? especially since my symptoms were minor?

2. How long does it take for nerves from alcohol abuse to regenerate?

2. When symptoms go away, does that mean my nerves have regenerated? How can you tell if nerves have regenerated?

3. When nerves have regenerated, can I consume alcohol again (NOT TO THE AMOUNT I WAS BEFORE)

Again, I appreciate any help. I really want to understand the situation, and the time table I am facing for recovery. I am so young, and would love to have fun with my friends again at some point.

Thank you!