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Treating Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

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Dr. Sharon Gurm, BSc. ND, FABNO, Naturopathic Oncologist, Port Moody, BC discusses how a naturopathic oncologist can help treat chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy.

Dr. Sharon Gurm, BSc. ND, FABNO, Naturopathic Oncologist, Port Moody, BC discusses how a naturopathic oncologist can help treat chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy.

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Featuring Dr. Sharon Gurm, BSc. ND, FABNO, Naturopathic Oncologist

Duration: 2 minutes, 35 seconds

Presenter: Dr. Sharon Gurm, Naturopathic Doctor, Port Moody, BC

Local Practitioners: Naturopathic Doctor

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Treating Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

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Peripheral neuropathy is caused by chemotherapy treatments.

Explanation:

Some types of chemotherapy can cause damage to the peripheral nervous system, which consists of the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.

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Peripheral neuropathy can cause numbness and loss of sensation in the extremities.

Explanation:

Numbness and loss of sensation usually starts in the feet and hands.

3

There are a few ways to prevent peripheral neuropathy.

Explanation:

Peripheral neuropathy can't be prevented, but it can be managed by avoiding alcohol; using steroids, creams or opioids; and eating a healthy diet.

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Low-level laser therapy can be used to help treat peripheral neuropathy.

Explanation:

Also called cold laser therapy, low-level laser therapy is a treatment that may help reduce symptoms of peripheral neuropathy.

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