On Pins and Needles: Living With Neuropathy
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- Living with the constant feeling of pins and needles may be a sign of Neuropathy. Dr. Aditi Ahlawat discusses how a Neurologist can help you understand your symptoms and find the best treatment path.
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The lady neurologist presenting this is par excellence. Her delivery and content is superb.
Rob from Adelaide
I've had peripheral neuropathy for over 10 years and have never heard of rediculopathy. After seeing this video I'm sure I have both. Also I had no idea that you could have neuropathy with just being pre-diabetic. This video is hands down the most informative video that I have come across in all these years of research. Thank you so much!
I was diagnosed with the same thing recently! I don’t have diabetes, but they said I have pre diabetes. The ONLY real help I’ve found is STOP eating food that’s full of sugar. And Carbs turns into sugar once it gets into the system. Thus, I’ve gotten 50% better in one week by leaving sugar alone. I’ve had a sweet tooth for years, but I was in too much pain; therefore, I had to find relief. I’ve ended up in emergency twice, and I felt like checking out of life. I’ve lessened by sugar and carbohydrates by 70% and I’m shocked that I’m 50% better. And I lost a little weight, but I must loose more. Sugar and Carbs are my worst enemy, it might be yours as well! And I take at least 2 Celebrex daily. I’m going to add a supplement named Alpha Lipoic Acid and exercise and I believe I’ll can be happy again!! 😊 And no more wanting to check out!!
@@marjorjorietillman856 Thank you so much for your response and you are correct on all accounts! I was doing really well a few years ago going on low carb and no sugar diet then I got back on the sugar train :( I am just now going back to that diet again... I have always worked out due to being under weight. Totally confused the Dr's around here because I don't fit in their box for having the problems I have. It's frustrating. I tried alpha lipoic acid years ago and will try that again as well. The night pain is just so horrible! I use nervive cream and it helps some as well as homemade arnica oil. Thanks again! It helps to know I'm not alone ;)
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I'm just finding out that I'm pre-diabetic in November what I wanna ask is do you have any burning and numbness or any itching in your feet and legs
Yes all of them.
About 20 years ago the bottoms of my feet felt like leather, after a number of examinations, no one was, able to pinpoint the problem, but eventually went away. About a year ago this sensation returned, along with a burning/tingling sensation, with no significantly loss of nerve activity. Lauter I learned about neuropathy and possible solutions. What has worked for me is a Supplement, alpha lapoic acid, 600mg 3x a day, it pays to get a quality one. I no longer have this burning sensation, but still working on my feet and taking the supplement daily. It may or may not work for everyone. I also had an insulin resistance test, and am clean.
This lady is the best one I’ve seen explains everything so clearly certainly knows what she’s talking about hope to see her again
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Absolutely the best explanation !
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After seeing several neurologists and two EMG tests, NOBODY ever told me that I CLEARLY have radiculopathy Respectfully, Dr. Ahlawat, physical therapy did NOTHING for me - and as for staying active, that sounds great and makes a great deal of sense, but when you have, as I do, an unsteady gait, and a fear of falling flat on my face, clearly is not viable (and VERY frustrating). At least for me. You suggest that we just have to live with this, which depresses me no end - but I am most grateful to you for a very informative and enlightening discussion.
I feel the same as you. Physical therapy HURTS! Exercise hurts, too. If I just go out to dinner for a couple of hours I need to spend the next day or two in bed to recover. I have idiopathic large and small fiber neuropathy, plus fibromyalgia. I fell and broke my arm recently and I’m now afraid to go out alone. I’m a prisoner in my home. These neurologists don’t know enough about causes or meds that help. Those EMGs are torture, too.
I hope you find something that helps your pain. Some people say marijuana helps, but you have to fund the right strain. This and Advil were suggested to me by the “experts” at UCSF. I couldn’t believe it! So, in other words they had nothing to help me and certainly no cure. But Advil? Did they really think that I hadn’t tried Advil in 15 years? I felt insulted! That was one of the first things I tried. It doesn’t touch neuropathic pain, but not much does. Have you gone to a pain specialist? You should try that; they I can give you some stronger medication, ie. opiates, that will take the edge off the pain. Try marijuana, too, it helps some people. If you have trouble sleeping I suggest Ambien. For some reason Ambien reduces my pain tremendously. If I could take it during the day, I would. I guess because it affects the brain it helps. Good luck🙏🏻🤗
I have had PN for 25 year and I'm now 68 years old, it is very severe and the pain is bad all the time. I have to wear shorts because trousers are to painful when they touch my skin. I have seen 7 neurologists of which two were professors. It seams to me science knows a lot about PN but not a lot about what can be done. I am not diabetic and don't drink alcohol, I've had nerve release surgery 2 years ago which made the PN worse. I've noticed if I lift something heavy my feet go into horrific pain and then take some days to settle down. I've tried most drugs but with little effect, the only thing a really recommend is walk miles regularly even in pain it gives me a little relief.
Thanks! This is the best explanation of neuropathy I've ever heard.
What an outstanding teacher & communicator! She is extremely knowledgeable about the subject. Many thanks!
This woman really knows a lot about neurology!!!!
This presentation was comprehensive, complete , & indicated the precise conditions that I feel apply to my condition, thank you so much for this straight forward revue !
Dr. Aditi Ahlawat explains peripheral neuropathy so well. Thank you.
I love the way she explained. very clear.
thanks for educating us. God bless
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
I'm 72, Type 2 diabetic, and have neuropathy in both of my feet. Her remarks about feeling like a sock is balled up in my shoes was right on. Her presentation was excellent and informative. Thank you.
this is the best explanation of neuropathy I have ever heard, I wish I could have this Doctor as my neurologist, I have learned so much about this illness from this video it is amazing, thank you
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
Dr.Aditi excellent explanation I am a diabetics for long time and I don't have any complication for now but with your advise I will ask my my Dr to check my feet and check vitamin 12, man you are great keep it up GOD BLESS YOU
SPECIAL THANKS TO DR.ADITI
God’s grace and his mercy 🙏
I had neuropathy in my feet and ankles. I had all the tests. The Neurologist does not know what was the cause.
I also the podiatrist for horrific foot pain. I wore a boot for two weeks the pain left. I finally bought some barefoot minimalist sandals and some correct toes. My neuropathy is almost completely gone now! I exercise my feet muscles and am thrilled! I found my own answers !
Wow that is wonderful
how long did you have the neuropathy?
What exactly u did
Thank you this pain is awful!!
I dont feel it at all while standing, working, etc. I get home and sit down or lay down Yamma Hamma my tootsies are on fire. First time ever- it woke me up. Damn.
Incredible information thank you so much for explaining it so well and for not making it scary🙏
@Nitty may Annette what herbs did you take if I can ask?
Anette you need to be scared. You must alter your diet to stop diabetic neuropathy. Watch Beat Diabetes.
Totally agree Wish she would practice In Chicago !
@@irmaaranda4778 shes selling snake oil, there is no cure, I know Ive got it bad in my legs and feet.if there was a cure for nerve damage there would be no crippled people in the world think about it all those people you see in wheelchairs paralysed would be walking around miraculously healed.
Go no sugar and low carb! Intermittent fasting. Helps a lot.
This doctor explains everything so well.
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
Good morning my feet or num whow can reach you
she shares all information ..
Dr.,Your video was very informative ,interesting & well delivered. Please continue to do more . Thank you !
It drives me nuts I can only get relief when I'm asleep
Same with me
Thank you I have been suffering for quite some time now. And I knew it was nerve damage and you have explained it so well. I’m making an appointment with a neurologist
Excellent comprehensive presentation, the best I've seen and I've watched a lot and done a lot of research ! - thank you. Now I know exactly where I'm headed and what I should do and who I should see.
Excellent information. Thank you for clearly explaining the problems and treatments for these ailments.
Mine went from the balls of my feet, burning, stabbing & extremely painful, every step was torture & it didn't go to my hands, but instead up to mid hips. A night's sleep & it was better. A few days of rest & it went back to just the balls of my feet, like it'd been for 19 years. I've been at an ideal weight for my height. I've been diagnosed with Lupus that started at 14 & I'm now 73. ☮️💞🙏🏼
Praying for your good health and continued longevity!
So informative, thanks! I’m pre-diabetic and my PCP says my neuropathy is not caused by that. However, my Neurologist said indeed it is. I’ve had EMG/NCV on all 4 extremities and that’s what it showed.
It’s nice to hear another specialist say pre diabetes can also cause this. I think many primaries don’t understand this. I wish I knew about this earlier.
Diane I recommend watching Beat Diabetes to learn to completely reverse your Pre diabetes with diet alone...by avoiding refined carbohydrates, sugar, fructose, high glycemic foods, like oat meal, all breads made with wheat, rye or oats. Your neuropathy will stop getting worse once you stop the inflamation caused by your diet. Avoid all seed oils. Beat Diabetes and pre diabetes. It is what you eat and drink.
Vedry imformative now i know what is hqpening to me.
@@carmelcrawford7583 Iam in terabel painful feet and han
hands. I wish I had known this beforeas I have 0stoarithritis for20 years and then I may not have so much operations or pain.
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
I've been suffering the burning, stabbing pain in my feet for possibly ten years. I'm 71. Nobody else in my family has it. Diabetes runs in my maternal side, but I do not have it. I have tried EVERYTHING that came along. I went to a neurologist who put needles in my legs and ran electricity through them while watching on a computer screen. He confirmed neuropathy but could offer nothing for it. Acupuncture seems to help best. However, after keeping a food diary and noting levels of pain, I now realize that whenever I eat anything with oil or fat, salt, and/or sugar in it, the pain becomes way worse. I cannot eat in restaurants or processed foods from the store. If I cook at home with a plant-based, whole food recipe that does not include oil, salt, or sugar, there is virtually no pain that night. I can then sleep without having to take Gabapentin which is a very bad drug. It deadens the brain along with the feet, in my experience.
Fascinating my first tackling neuropathy was in late 2016. I was 67 and retiring for the first time. I was a month away from Medicare so I had to scramble to research, avidly. In my case, I came to believe it was this weird combination of high cholesterol and momentary sugar intake perhaps high. Example: more than one glass of wine at a given time. Also, HYDRATION is extremely important. It can be conquered (this type). It is now 2023 and I monitor everything in general. If I get it on occasion I need to monitor espec sugar (which I ingest under minimums). I used to eat more natural fruit, but no longer. For me it is monitoring the combo of espec sugar with my cholesterol which is similar to what you are describing.
EMG normal aaya hai mera.emg se pata lagta hai kya neuropathy hai ya nahi?
Great discussion...
Very informative...
Now I know why I feel the numbness tingling and burning sensation...
Thank you very much, you enlighten me so much...
You and many others have this the the moment. Compression socks help, stay moving, hydrated. Eat green its poor blood flow. Force yourself to exercise.
Have same,problem, I wear compression socks it really help
Wonderful explanation! Thank you!
Thank you for your simple explanations of neuropathy and its symptoms. I now have a better appreciation of it and can seek the right help.
Thank you, I'm going to get this checked out!
Indeed a very serious problem that I am experiencing. Literally hell
Excellent Presentation. Very informative.
Her presentation is fantastic, I am a diabetic type 2 with leg neuropathy.
Thank you for this video. Very informative. I’m new to this diagnosis and was on the hunt for clear and consise help and suggestions.
This is the best recap I have seen. Thank you. Have had 7 emg tests and have severe sciatica for 2 yrs but all I hear is you have neuropathy and no mention of the other one you described even though I’ve had PAE neck surgery to reduce impingements and suffer with lower back right side pain. Open to ideas
Excellent presentation with great clarity. Thank you,
Excellent. Very helpful. Thank you!
Amazing! An enlightening & well informed video on neuropathy. I did not know I would be so interested in neurology until I seen this! Hope to see You make more videos in the future...
Very informative. Very professional. Provides peace of mind. Thank you Dr.
True 👍
Excellent explanation of neuropathy. I suffer from neuropathy after a course of antibiotics. It is really debilitating and frustrating 😔
We wish you the best on your journey forward.
@@MilfordRegionalOrgMass Wish you the best too.
@@MilfordRegionalOrgMass I would be in to see U post haste if I lived anywhere close to MA! Most excellent presentation❤️. Would U be able to reply with a neurologist recommend in Birmingham, AL please? Christmas blessings🎄
same here. what antibiotics did you take?
@@gaurabshakya485 what antibiotic did you take
I try to keep moving but can only stay on my feet for a limited amount of time because the pain increases to intolerable levels!
Excellent presentation! Thank you!
Thank you, I have had neuropathy for 26 years. This is the most information I have ever had.
Excellent explanation. The lady Dr.is correct on causes.won't bore you with my neuropathy.damaged spine resulting in cauda equina.rare caused by heavy lifting.five yes.ago surgery on spine.have the symptoms she describes foot numbness pins @ needles feeling of crumpled up sock under toes left foot only.tried all exercises still do everyday now five years on no change
Great video, thanks Dr Aditi.. Content & presentation are superb.
Excellent job explaining all of this. Now I need to find neurologist to figure it all out. I had a laminectomy and cervical infusion done in January 2022 but, I'm still a trainwreck. Thx so much and kind regards.
True it's an unique present ion. Thank you so much.
Looking forward to see more of you words about neuropathy....
You are wonderful Dr. Your understanding of the disease and treatment are awesome. It seems it is an incurable disease at present.😮
Good explanation about neuropathy as well radiculopathy, as i have ever seen before this type of video clip, thanks for sharing this useful chapter.
Best ever explanations and suggestions!
As usual, diet and exercise are the key to a healthy and long life. Note the lack of words like "cure" and "healing".
Fantastic! This the best presentation I seen or read 0n neuropathy. Thanks.
Yes, I agree.
A very beautiful speaker and explains so clearly andnicely. Such a pleasant voice. Really a pleasure to listen to her
Excellent presentation. Thank you.
Excellent and very informative we need doctors like you who knows how to disect explanations
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
EMG se pata lagta hai kya neuropathy hai ya nahi ?
I suffer with Fibromyalgia chronic disease. My specialist took further tests, I now also suffer with Peripheral Neuropathy. I get hot 🔥burning pains with pins & needles plus some numbness on my legs. My specialist told me the Fibromyalgia has caused me to have Peripheral Neuropathy. I find relief when I put my feet into warm to hot water.....Dam why must things like this happen. I'm also very sensitive to pain. 😪
I love this informative video , it’s amazing . Thank you so much .
love your work Doc
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Thank you Aditi, that was a great presentation 🙏
Very thorough explanation- thank you- very reassuring
Very professional and detailed. I wish I could get your treatment. I am from Rochester, NY.
Yep, "D", all of the above. What most people do not realize is that when you cannot feel the bottom of your feet your balance is thrown off, even though they may not be connected in any way, nerve wise. Physical feelings in your feet tell your brain that you have substantial purchased under them, but when you cannot feel that connection you will be constantly afraid of falling or slipping especially in a shower.
I have had peripheral Neuropathy for almost 10 years. It took me a while to realize that it was the Statins which were ruining my nerves, so I stopped taking it. I am regaining some feeling now that I have been off Statins for about two years. I even went in for a Diabetes check at the lab. Nope, Diabetes free, so it had to be the Statins. Your nerves will grow back, but it is not an over night process.
I am suffering from paripheri numerology for 6/7 years but pain level has ncreased for the last 6/7 months. What is the lasting remedy to improve quality of life. Is Rebuilder the answer?
@@keshavlaldoshi8568 I understand that English may not be your first language, but "numerology"? Either you are playing mental games with me, or you really do not understand English. All you would have had to do would be to copy and paste the phrase I wrote above. So I believe you are fuquing with me.
Is it gone now?
@@iam.lalala Not totally, but it is much more bearable and I can actually walk bare footed and not wince at the pain. Just remember, Statins are killers, but just like COVID the drug companies want everyone on something because they make billions of dollars in profits, banking on our gullibility to buy into whatever Big Pharma is selling. Statins are one of their biggest sellers because Americans have been propagandized into accepting their word of its efficacy. When you become responsible for your own health you can get better when you only take what doctors say with a grain of salt because most do no have any idea what they are prescribing other than what they read in the marketing materials. Good luck ! PS: Look into Drugs-dot-com before taking any drug so you know what it is for and its side affects.
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There needs to be more help in this field .
Great presentation! Informative and succinct. I believe referral to physical therapy is indeed a great treatment option and usually very beneficial.
Very informative. Thank you 👍
Very good explanation.
Thank for sharing the information. Very helpful. I will get myself to the doctor to see what I need to do. I think this may run in my family.
Very good video! Thank you! You mentioned several issues that I have been dealing with for some time. I have had x-rays and will get an MRI of my spine in two weeks. I will ask my neurologist about the rediculopathy specifically, "foot drop[" and the EMG test. Sounds encouraging! I'd call to make an appointment but I live in the Portland, Oregon area so you are a bit too far away! Thanks again for your very informative video!
Very good presentation on this subject! The best so far as of all doctors I have been listening to. It’s amazing how I have had the EMG test and yet I still don’t know what happens with the test. The doctor was very vague in his diagnosis. He hardly talked to me and with some of my questions he was so dismissive with his short answers, and declared the test results were normal. I wish I could find a great doctor (neurologist) like her here in Chicago area.👏🤷♂️
Thank you very much for this excellent explanation about all these
Amazing information thank you some much. You have made me understand so much more about this condition.
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
Thank you for this information, well done!!!
Excellent discussion! You made it plain. Thank you.
Very interesting ! Thank you for this information
Very helpful for my feet burning problem.
Nice soothing voice and clear explanation of this awfull illness
I am saving this video. So much information! thank you doctor
Very good video Dr. Alawaz. Thank you
I like your straight forward presentation‼️I’m not diabetic but am 82yrs old. Wearing compression stockings helps the pain in my ankles. Do u think it’s OK to wear them? Last ck-up, Doc said all is well, however I’ve been dealing with (what I think is neuropathy) by myself. I’m not very confident in doctors as I’ve had 3 major surgeries that went poorly. One of which they pulled the plug, but I cheated the Grim Reaper twice now. I tend to hold back my complaints to doctors, old age is usually the answer (deal with it, with a smile) is the attitude
My hands recently started tingling & feel numb. Sometimes it feels like a bug is on my arm. I’ve had a laminectomy c2-3-4, a thyroid removed & a poorly done left hip replacement & a
2nd corrective hip replacement. You give me hope. I wish there were more women doctors. Thank you😻
very awesome , I learnt so much since all my symptom now i felt is more clear now to me by watching your video . Thanks so much for your extensive explanation
I put needles and staples in to rest my shoulders
This is a very beautiful n detailed presentation of the problems arising from neuropathy.She has covered vast areas of Neuropathy. Thank you.
Your explanation is very good very clear thanks
Very informative and detailed description! I have controlled burning feet problem through reducing sugar intake, though it was prediabetic only. I Also did cardio and weight training a lot, age 60.
Awesome, keep up the good work 👍 God Bless 🙏
Thanks for info
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Great video. I developed it after chemotherapy for bowel cancer. Thanks for the most comprehensive explanation and calming fears.
Excellent video.
Thanks for the info.
Thank you so much for this very informative video.
Pain management is one thing, but what is happening as far as nerve regeneration therapies and why doesn't anyone talk about that?
Well expressed. As a Neurologist it was better to say something about Guillain-Barre Syndrome and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy related to this topic.
I have Mortons Neuroma and Ledderhose disease in both feet. So am experiencing slowly worsening neuropathy symptoms. Would seeing a neurologist be of help to me?
Yes. I appear to have CIDP after getting 2 injections of the Astrazeneca vaccine.
Excellent presentation Thank You
Thank you Dr!
That was awesome. I wish you were in Canada. I agree with you regarding physical exercise. Thank you.
Awesome presentation!
Very informative!
Great explanation!!!! I feel better about getting help now!!!! Thank You!!!!!
I do too. I've been to every kind of Dr but a Neurologist and after seeing this, this is the kind of dr I should have gone to first. So now, I want to get a referral from my PCP to go see one.
I think I have Autonomic neuropathy.
Thank you so much for explaining this topic so well and in depth
Thank you for the most thorough explanation of peripheral neuropathy you have explained everything with excellence and I understood you very well. If I lived in your area, I would definitely come see you for my neuropathy. Thank you so much.😊
Very informative 👍