can alcohol neuropathy be cured - #26288
I am really worried about my dad. He used to drink quite a bit and now, he seems to be suffering from some serious issues. It all started a few months ago when he began complaining about tingling and numbness in his feet. At first, we thought it was just something minor but it’s gotten worse over time. His balance is off, he’s having trouble walking, and there’s always this weird pain like pins and needles all the time. After some tests, the doctor said it could be alcohol neuropathy, which I wasn't even aware of until now. Now I'm kinda lost. Can alcohol neuropathy be cured? The doctor mentioned something about stopping alcohol, but is that really enough? I guess I’m just scared because I’ve read mixed things online. Some say if he quits drinking, things can get better, but others say it’s permanent. Like, does he have to live with this forever? I want to know, can alcohol neuropathy be cured, or are we looking at long-term issues here? Any advice or experiences would really help us out, thanks!
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