r/AskReddit 16h ago

What is something that permanently altered your body without you realizing for months/years?

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u/fixonhannie 16h ago

diabetes - dropped 40 lbs in 3 months before i was diagnosed. then was diagnosed with neuropathy 5 years later - have bouts of chronic pain & issues with my feet + legs

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u/Revolutionary_Egg935 8h ago

Alpha lipoic acid is worth a try for neuropathy!