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Does Neuropathy Resolve on its Own? Oct 1st, 2023

Your peripheral nerves have the remarkable ability to heal. But that doesn’t mean they regenerate without intervention. In most cases, your nerves only heal if they have a supportive environment, including enough time without ongoing stress, targeted treatment, and holistic care promoting your overall health. The neuropathy specialists at Infinity...

Did You Know That Alcohol Abuse and Neuropathy are Linked? Sep 1st, 2023

Would you be surprised to learn that nerve damage (neuropathy) is the most common health complication caused by excessive alcohol use? If you were asked to name a serious alcohol-related health problem, you’d probably mention liver damage. While the liver is the first to suffer damage, and nearly everyone who...

How is Neuropathy Diagnosed? Aug 1st, 2023

Diagnosing neuropathy (nerve damage) isn’t simple or straight forward. While symptoms like tingling, pain, numbness, and muscle weakness may strongly suggest a nerve problem, neuropathy causes a vast array of symptoms, and has many possible causes. Getting to the source of the problem is essential, but it may require diagnostic testing and...

The Role of Vitamin B and D in Keeping Neuropathy at Bay Jul 2nd, 2023

Vitamin B12 deficiencies are well-known for causing peripheral neuropathy, but that’s not the only vitamin important for nerve health. If you’re worried about neuropathy or may be lacking in vitamins, it’s time to consult with the neuropathy experts at Infinity Regenerative and Neuropathy Center in Plano, Texas. They provide comprehensive...

The Importance of Controlling Your Blood Sugar to Avoid Diabetic Neuropathy Jun 1st, 2023

Diabetes treatments focus on keeping your blood sugar within a healthy range. Why? Because it’s the only way to prevent complications like diabetic neuropathy. The skilled team at Infinity Regenerative and Neuropathy Center in Plano, Texas, works with many people who have diabetic neuropathy, providing advanced therapies that directly treat the damaged...

My Right Foot Keeps Going Numb: Do I Have Neuropathy? May 4th, 2023

Something as simple as tight shoes could cause foot numbness that comes and goes. However, this uncomfortable problem is more likely a health condition requiring medical care. Most causes of foot numbness (including tight shoes) share one thing in common: pinched or damaged nerves (neuropathy). Neuropathy that affects your feet...

Why is Neuropathy Worse at Night? Apr 4th, 2023

If you have neuropathy, you’re familiar with the pain and tingling caused by damaged nerves, but you may not expect your symptoms to worsen at night. Unfortunately, many people with neuropathy face nighttime symptoms that are severe enough to disrupt their sleep. The skilled team at Infinity Regenerative & Neuropathy Center in Plano,...

The Link Between Mood Swings and Hormone Imbalance Mar 13th, 2023

Hormones are biochemicals that affect every aspect of your health, including your mood. Your mood and mental health suffer when your body doesn’t produce the right amount of certain hormones. The caring team at Infinity Regenerative and Neuropathy Center in Plano, Texas, specialize in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy — a...

3 Types of Neuropathy and How to Treat It Feb 6th, 2023

Neuropathy refers to damage that occurs anywhere in the vast network of nerves traveling through your body. The pain and other symptoms caused by neuropathy seldom respond well to most conventional treatments. As a result, neuropathy often becomes a chronic condition that disrupts your daily life. If you struggle with...

How Diet Can Affect Neuropathy Jan 6th, 2023

The foods you eat directly affect every aspect of your health. Nutrients have the power to energize, heal, build tissues, and promote optimal well-being. Or they can cause inflammation, illness, aging, and nerve damage. Your nerves are especially vulnerable to nutrients, making your diet an important tool for preventing neuropathy...

5 Telltale Symptoms of Neuropathy Dec 6th, 2022

Getting early treatment for neuropathy improves your symptoms, supports nerve healing, and most importantly, prevents permanent or progressive nerve damage. The only way to know you should seek treatment is by recognizing the earliest symptoms. As neuropathy specialists, the team at Infinity Regenerative and Neuropathy Center in Plano, Texas, identify...

3 Types of Nerves that are Damaged By Neuropathy Nov 6th, 2022

If you’re close to an elderly person or a diabetic, you’ve probably heard of neuropathy. This condition affects nearly 20 million Americans, but diabetics and the elderly are especially prone to developing the symptoms of neuropathy. In fact, about half of all diabetics have some form of neuropathy, and about 8% of people...

5 Solutions for Managing Peripheral Neuropathy Pain Oct 1st, 2022

More than 30 million Americans have peripheral neuropathy, a condition well-known for causing pain, tingling, and extreme sensitivity. Peripheral neuropathy is a complex condition arising from many causes, including injuries, toxins, autoimmune diseases, and health conditions. But no matter what causes your nerve damage, the pain can be hard to...

Why the Use of Tobacco Can Play a Role in Your Erectile Dysfunction Sep 1st, 2022

Tobacco’s role in lung cancer is well-known, but the multitude of chemicals in tobacco harm more than your lungs. For starters, smoking weakens your immune system. Using tobacco products also leads to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, eye disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and at least ten types of cancer,...

The Link Between Diabetes and Neuropathy Aug 1st, 2022

If you have diabetes, you should be serious about your risk of peripheral neuropathy. Why? Because 60-70% of people with diabetes develop this condition. Once nerve damage occurs, you face potential complications, like non-healing foot ulcers, infections, and the possibility of needing an amputation. The medical team at Infinity Regenerative & Neuropathy Center has extensive...

Understanding Peripheral Neuropathy Jul 3rd, 2022

At least 20 million Americans suffer from a condition called peripheral neuropathy. This condition causes pain and loss of feeling in the hands and feet. At Infinity Regenerative and Neuropathy Center in Plano, Texas, Henry Horrilleno, MD and Alma Horrilleno, MD, are ready to help you understand what peripheral neuropathy is and what you can do about...

Myths and Facts About Erectile Dysfunction Jun 7th, 2022

Men often put off getting help for erectile dysfunction (ED). They may feel uncomfortable talking about the problem or they may hope that it clears up without needing to see a doctor. But it’s worse to keep worrying about your performance, especially when you can get effective treatment and confidential care from...

Recognizing the Early Signs of Peripheral Neuropathy May 17th, 2022

Peripheral neuropathy refers to damage affecting any of the nerves outside your brain and spinal cord. Recognizing the first signs of neuropathy gives you the ability to seek early treatment. Early treatment is your best chance for stopping the ongoing and progressive nerve damage. The peripheral neuropathy specialists at Infinity...

How to Manage Your Peripheral Neuropathy Apr 7th, 2022

Damaged peripheral nerves, called peripheral neuropathy, lead to an array of health problems and symptoms because they regulate many vital functions. Some peripheral nerves carry sensory information from your body to your brain, while others relay instructions from your brain to your muscles. Your peripheral nerves also automatically control the...

Am I at Risk for Peripheral Neuropathy? Mar 16th, 2022

The pain, tingling, and mobility changes brought on by peripheral neuropathy are no fun. They’re also common, affecting some 20 million people in the United States. Thankfully, peripheral neuropathy is also treatable.  Knowing your risk factors for peripheral neuropathy can help ensure that you get the care you need early...