Neuralgia and Neuritis
Synopsis of Neuralgia and Neuritis
Neuralgia refers to sharp, shooting, or burning pain along the path of a nerve, while neuritis involves inflammation of a nerve, often accompanied by pain, numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness. These conditions can affect any part of the nervous system but most commonly involve cranial, spinal, or peripheral nerves. Though the terms are related, neuritis emphasizes inflammation, whereas neuralgia centers on pain—which may occur even without inflammation.
Common types include:
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Trigeminal neuralgia: Affects facial nerves, causing intense facial pain
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Sciatica (sciatic neuritis): Pain radiating down the leg from lower back nerve inflammation
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Postherpetic neuralgia: Follows shingles (herpes zoster) outbreak
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Brachial neuritis: Affects shoulder and arm nerves
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Intercostal neuralgia: Involves nerves between the ribs
Symptoms may include:
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Sharp, stabbing, or electric shock-like pain
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Burning or tingling sensations (paresthesia)
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Numbness or hypersensitivity
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Muscle weakness (in neuritis)
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Pain triggered by touch, movement, or temperature changes
Possible causes:
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Nerve compression (e.g., herniated disc, tumor)
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Viral infections (e.g., shingles, Epstein-Barr)
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Autoimmune conditions
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Diabetes (diabetic neuritis)
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Toxic exposure (e.g., alcohol, heavy metals)
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Nutrient deficiencies (especially B vitamins)
When to see a doctor:
Persistent or severe nerve pain, weakness, or loss of function warrants evaluation. Diagnosis may include neurological exam, nerve conduction studies, MRI, or blood tests. Treatment depends on cause and may involve anti-inflammatory medications, anticonvulsants, antidepressants, or nerve blocks.
Natural remedies for Neuralgia and Neuritis
Apply Warm or Cold Compresses: May reduce pain or nerve irritation.
Engage in Gentle Stretching or Physical Therapy: Supports nerve mobility and blood flow.
Reduce Inflammatory Foods: Avoid refined sugars, processed meats, and alcohol.
Use Relaxation Techniques: Stress worsens nerve pain; try meditation or deep breathing.
Ensure Adequate Rest and Sleep: Supports nerve repair and reduces flare-ups.
Ingredients
These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Neuralgia and Neuritis
acetyl l-carnitine
alpha lipoic acid
astaxanthin
beta caryophyllene
beta-tocopherol
branched-chain amino acids
choline
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
turmeric
endo-peptidase
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
folate
ginger
gotu kola
l-5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine salt (5-MTHF)
l-carnosine
l-taurine
lion's mane
magnesium
nicotinamide riboside
omega-3 fatty acids
phospholipids
polygala root
quail egg
reishi mushroom
rutin
spirulina
vitamin B12
vitamin B6
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
cardamom
anise
lingzhi
wintergreen
arnica
DMPX
3-acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid
5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine
5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine
7,8-Dihydroxyflavone
Acetyl L-Carnitine
Amber
Arsenic
Apigenin
Alpha-Glycosyl Isoquercetin
Alpha ketoglutarate
Arsenic
Aconite
Asafoetida
Arisaema cum bile
Agmatine
Anemone
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Actaea spicata
Acetyl L-Carnitine Arginate
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
Agmatine Silicate
Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate
anthocyanosides
American Chestnut
Australian Sandalwood
Acetyl-L-Carnitine-L-Arginine
Arctiin
Arginine alpha-ketoisocaproate
Atractylone
Betony
Belladonna
Blue Flag
Boswellia serrata
Balsam
Blueberry (unspecified)
Blue Wiss
Bacosides (mixed)
bacoside
Bacosides
Baicalin
Bacopasaponin (unspecified)
Black Hellebore
Cocarboxylase
Cordycepic acids
Coriolus mushroom
Cnidium
Cannabigerolic acid
Chinese Tinospora
Coenzyme Q10
Cannabidiol
Copper
Corydalis ambigua
Copper Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Corydalis
Cysteine compounds (unspecified)
Ceramides
Cannabidiolic acid
C-Phycocyanin
Dodeca-2E, 4E-Dienoic Acid Isobutylamide
Diclofenac
Dogwood (unspecified)
Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)
Deer
Earthworm
Folic Acid
Ferulic Acid
Fulvic Acid
Fang-Feng
Fish Oil
Frankincense
Folate
Ginkgo Flavonglycosides
Gelsemium
Gastrodia
Gotu Kola
Glycophospholipid
GMS-ribose
Glycine
Glycine
Glutamic Acid
Henbane
Horn
Histidine
Hyperoside
Haliotis
Hellebore (unspecified)
Hydrogen
Hericium mushroom
Indian Pipe
Indian Frankincense
Isovitexin
Insulin-Like Growth Factor
Jamaican Dogwood
Korean Angelica
Ligustilide
L-Taurine
Lipoic Acid
MCT / Medium Chain Triglycerides
Magnesium Malate
Magnesium borate
Maitake Mushroom
Magnesium Alpha-Ketoglutarate
Magnesium Beta-Hydroxybutyrate
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
N-acetylneuraminic acid
Nerve Root
Nicotinamide
Nerve growth factor
Oligopeptide (unspecified)
Orchid
Orchid tree (unspecified)
Osthole
Picamilon
Piracetam
Peony
Procaine
Porcine (unspecified)
Provence Rose
Paeoniflorin
Poppy
Phytocannabinoid (unspecified)
Pyridoxal alpha-ketoglutarate
Pyridoxine alpha-ketoglutarate
Pregnenolone
Pycnogenol
Phospholipids (unspecified)
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA)
Quercetin
Sulbutiamine
Salidroside
Serine
Sesame Oil
Schisandrins
Sweet Goldenrod
Serratiopeptidase
Sweet Orange alcohol
Terpene Lactone (unspecified)
Tumerone
Tree Peony
Tetrahydrocannabinol
Tinospora Cordifolia
tripeptide (unspecified)
Teasel (unspecified)
Taurine
Tetrahydropalmatine
Tremella (unspecified)
Uncaria sinensis
Vitamin B12
Vitamin E (mixed tocotrienols)
Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin)
Vitamin B12 (mixed)
Vitamin B9 (calcium methyltetrahydrofolate)
Vitamin B1
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin selenite)
Vitamin B6 (pridoxal 5-phosphate)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5 phosphate)
Vitamin B9
Vitamin E (tocopheryl acetate)
Vitamin B9 (5-Methyltetrahydrofolate)
Vitamin B5 (calcium pantothenate)
Vitamin E (beta tocotrienol)
Vitamin B6 (Mixed)
Vitamin B12 (Hydroxycobalamin)
Vitamin B9 (unspecified)
Vitamin E
Vitamin B1 (thiamine diphosphate)
Vitamin B9 (calcium methylfolate)
Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols
Vitamin E (tocopheryl succinate)
Vitamin E (tocotrienol unspecified)
Vitexin
Vitamin E (beta tocopherol)
Vitamin B6
Vitamin E (mixed)
Vitamin B1 (fursultiamine)
Vitamin B9 (folinic acid)
Vitamin B9 (folic acid/folate)
Vitamin E (beta and delta tocopherols)
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl)
Vitamin B1 (mixed)
Vitamin E (tocopherol not specified)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine 5-phosphate)
Vitamin B1 (thiamine pyrophosphate)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride)
Vitamin E (gamma unspecified)
Vitamin B1 (Sulbutiamine)
Vitamin E (tocofersolan)
Wool
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