Prognosis and which specialist is the best?

[AnneMarie1121]

What is the prognosis for neuropathy and can it be confirmed solely with a nerve conduction test?
Also, is extreme heat inside of the body, no sweating, just extreme heat to the legs and arms a commonn symptom?
Is a neorologist the specialist who should treat this condition? Is physical fatigue (no energy), feelking zapped, as well as a feeling of heaviness symptomatic of neuropathy?
Much appreciation to any comments.



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[bhups1]

Hi, neuropathy can be treated with medicines, In cases where a medical condition can be identified and treated, the outlook may be excellent. However, in severe neuropathy, nerve damage can be permanent, even if the cause is treated appropriately.
“Tests that reveal neuropathy may include:
•EMG (a recording of electrical activity in muscles)
•Nerve conduction test
•Nerve biopsy
•Blood tests to screen for medical conditions, such as diabetes and vitamin deficiency, among others”
Taken from http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000593.htm
Extreme heat is usually associated with autonomic neuropathy, Neurologist is the best person for diagnosis and treatment. Fatigue may or may not be specific for neuropathy as generally it is associated with diabetes, post menopausal syndrome etc.
Please visit website for more answers http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000593.htm