Alcoholic Neuropathy treatment in San Luis Potosí

Alcoholic neuropathy is damage to the peripheral nerves related to prolonged alcohol consumption, which alters the way they transmit signals between the body and the nervous system.

Common symptoms: It usually begins with tingling, burning, or numbness in the feet and hands, a sensation of weakness, and, over time, discomfort when walking or loss of sensation.

Common causes: It is linked to sustained alcohol consumption and to the nutritional deficiencies that frequently accompany it.

Which specialist treats it? The general practitioner can guide a first evaluation, and in situations that require immediate care the emergency physician steps in. If you experience numbness or progressive weakness in the limbs, the advisable thing is to consult a professional who can examine your case.