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Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), particularly omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), have been studied for their potential role in supporting or managing peripheral neuropathy. Scientific interest is primarily based on the anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects of these fatty acids. Clinical research, including randomized controlled trials, has shown mixed but promising results. For example, some studies in patients with diabetic neuropathy or chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy have demonstrated that omega-3 supplementation may reduce neuropathic symptoms such as pain, numbness, and tingling, and may even improve nerve conduction in some cases. The proposed mechanisms include reduction of oxidative stress, modulation of inflammatory cytokines, and promotion of nerve regeneration. However, the evidence is not unequivocal, as some trials have failed to show significant benefit, and systematic reviews have generally concluded that more high-quality research is needed to make firm recommendations. Still, there is a reasonable scientific rationale, and moderate-quality evidence supports the use of PUFAs as an adjunctive therapy, rather than a primary treatment, for peripheral neuropathy. Professional organizations have not universally endorsed their use, but PUFAs are sometimes recommended as part of broader nutritional strategies for neuropathy management.

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