I have neuropathy also and from what I understand, nerves run long distance's in our body. the problem can start in one area and move to another. I was diagnosed with carpal tunnel 11-12 yrs ago. A few years later I started having issues with my feet and the doctor told me the same nerve runs from the hands, up the arm, through the body, and into the feet. So I am thinking there really isn't any way to determine where the problem begins and where it ends. Encouraging, right?