NERVE PAIN EXPLAINED

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NERVE PAIN EXPLAINED

How Nerve Pain Feels
People with nerve pain feel it in different
ways. For some, it's a stabbing pain in the
middle of the night. For others, symptoms
can include a chronic prickling, tingling, or
burning they feel all day.
Uncontrolled nerve pain can be hard to
bear. But with treatment, it can often be
adequately controlled.

Understanding Nerve Pain
Pain is supposed to be a warning. When
your hand gets too close to a stove, the
nerves send a pain signal to the brain --
and you pull back before you burn yourself.
But if you have nerve damage, that system
isn't working. Damaged nerves may send
false signals -- and you feel real pain, often
without a cause. Damaged nerves may
also result in you not feeling pain when you
have an injury.

Nerve Pain Triggers
Some find that certain body positions or
activities -- like standing in line or walking --
become painful. Nerve damage may also
make your body overly sensitive. Some
people may experience pain from bed
sheets draped lightly over the body.

Loss of Feeling
Nerve damage may cause loss of
sensation or numbness in the fingertips,
making it harder to do things with your
hands. Knitting, typing, and tying your
shoes may become difficult. Many people
with nerve damage say that their sense of
touch feels dulled, as if they are always
wearing gloves.

Nerve Pain and Sleep
Nerve pain is often worse at night. The
touch of sheets or the pressure of lying
down may be terribly uncomfortable. If you
can't sleep because of your nerve pain,
make sure to mention it to your doctor.
Modifying lifestyle habits or taking medicine
could help.

Losing Balance
In addition to dulling your sense of touch,
nerve damage can result in muscle
weakness or affect your sense of balance.
Either of these could lead to falls. Assistive
devices -- like braces, canes or walkers --
may help. Physical and occupational
therapy may also help.

Unseen Injuries
Nerve damage doesn't just cause pain. It
may also cause numbness that may
prevent you from feeling pain when it
matters. People with nerve damage
sometimes injure themselves without
realizing it. Your doctor may recommend
that you check yourself for injuries regularly
-- especially your feet.

Nerve Pain Progression
Left untreated, nerve damage may worsen
over time. It usually starts in the nerves
farthest from the brain and spinal cord --
like those in the feet and hands. Then it
may move up into the legs and arms.
However, if you get treatment for the
medical condition causing the nerve
damage, you may be able to stop the
damage -- and even reverse it.

Assessing Your Pain
In many cases, nerve pain may be
controlled. Start by getting an assessment
at the doctor's office. Be ready to answer
questions. How long have you had pain?
What does it feel like? How does it affect
you? The answers will help your doctor
figure out what's causing your pain and
how to treat it.

Conditions That Cause Nerve Pain
Many conditions -- such as diabetes, shingles, and
cancer -- may cause injury and nerve pain. Some
people develop nerve pain for no known reason.
It is important to try to find the underlying cause of
your nerve pain, such as uncontrolled diabetes,
and seek appropriate treatment for it. It may help
ease your pain and stop the progression of
damage. But be sure you seek treatment for your
pain too.

OTC Treatments for Nerve Pain
Over-the-counter painkillers may be the first
treatment your doctor recommends. These may
include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs) -- such as ibuprofen -- or other
analgesics, such as acetaminophen or
prescription medicines. Other options include
painkilling creams, ointments, oils, gels, or
sprays that are used on the skin.

Prescription Drugs for Nerve Pain
There are many prescription medicines that
may help with nerve pain. Some are
powerful painkillers. Other drug types might
help too. Medicines originally used for
depression and epilepsy are often
prescribed to relieve nerve pain.

Natural Treatments for Nerve Pain
Complementary or alternative treatments
may help. For instance, studies have found
that acupuncture may ease nerve pain. In
some cases, nerve pain is caused or
aggravated by a deficiency of vitamin B-12.
Taking supplements -- under your doctor's
care -- could help.

Taking Control of Your Health
In addition to working with your doctor to
find treatment that works, you can take
other steps to fight chronic pain. Getting
regular exercise, keeping a healthy weight,
and improving your diet may help.

Thank You

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