What is the best vitamin for neuropathy?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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B vitamins are useful in treating neuropathy since they support healthy nervous system function. Peripheral neuropathy is sometimes caused by a vitamin B deficiency. Supplementation should include vitamin B-1 (thiamine and benfotiamine), B-6, and B-12.

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