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Applying cannabidiol (CBD) oil to a painful area or taking it orally may help relieve neuropathy pain. However, more research is needed to establish the safety and efficacy of CBD products.

Neuropathy causes chronic pain due to damaged nerves. It can be excruciating, and sometimes, doctor-prescribed medicines fail to provide enough pain relief. Some people may look to alternative remedies, including CBD oil.

CBD oil comes from the cannabis plant. CBD products do not usually contain tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the ingredient that causes the high that people associate with cannabis. When a product does contain THC, the quantities are generally very low.

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