When you live with pain, it’s challenging to perform day-to-day activities, get adequate rest at night, or feel hopeful about what the future holds. Chronic pain caused by neuropathy affects up to 17% of the general population, which means you’re not alone in experiencing the frustration and challenge of ongoing pain symptoms.
If you’re dealing with pain, here is more information on what to do next:
- Seek care as soon as possible: You might wonder at what point you should get help when you have pain or how much pain is “enough” for treatment. The right answer is there is no minimum threshold, and help is available right away. Whether you have sharp pains or dull aches, it’s constant or it ebbs and flows, you’ll want to get to the cause of the problem as soon as you can. Neuropathy treatment is also more effective the sooner it can be provided, since there may be preventative steps that will allow the chance for nerve endings to heal.
- Be open and honest about your pain symptoms: Trying to tough it out won’t help your care team identify and treat the underlying cause of your pain. You don’t need to try to cover up what you’re feeling or the physical struggles you’re carrying. Having an open conversation about your condition, asking questions, and addressing concerns will lead to a more effective treatment plan for your wellness.
You don’t have to live life with ongoing pain or the stress that it causes. There are many neuropathy conditions that respond well to treatment, and discomfort can be alleviated to allow you a better quality of life. Don’t hesitate to contact our office to learn more.