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Peripheral neuropathy describes damage to the peripheral nerves, the vast communications network that transmits information from the brain and spinal cord to every other part of the body. It may be caused by diseases of the nerves or as the result of systemic illnesses. Many neuropathies have well-defined causes such as diabetes, uremia, AIDs, or nutritional deficiencies. In fact, diabetes is one of the most common causes of peripheral neuropathy. Other causes include mechanical pressure such as compression or entrapment, direct trauma, penetrating injuries, contusions, fracture or dislocated bones; pressure involving the superficial nerves (ulna, radial, or peroneal) which can result from prolonged use of crutches or staying in one position for too long, or from a tumor; intraneural hemorrhage; exposure to cold or radiation or, rarely, certain medicines or toxic substances; and vascular or collagen disorders such as atherosclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma, sarcoidosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and polyarteritis nodosa.
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Peripheral Neuropathy Symptoms1-2 of 5 more...
Signs and symptoms
... Neurologic symptoms may occur related to your central nervous system, which consists of your brain and spinal cord, or your peripheral nervous system, which links your spinal cord and brain to all oth...
Source: MayoClinic
Causes ... A number of factors can cause neuropathies. When a single nerve is affected, the most likely cause is trauma or some type of repetitive use that puts pressure on the nerve. Nerve pressure can result f...
Source: MayoClinic
Peripheral Neuropathy Prevention1 of 1
Prevention
... The best way to prevent peripheral neuropathy is to carefully manage any medical condition that puts you at risk. That means controlling your blood sugar level if you have diabetes or talking to your ...
Source: MayoClinic
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Complications
... Diabetic neuropathy may cause a number of complications. Damage to the nerves in your feet, along with poor circulation, can lead to ulcers and even gangrene. But it''s not only your feet that are vul...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... The goal of treatment is to manage the underlying condition causing your neuropathy and to repair damage, as well as provide symptom relief. If your doctor hasn''t been able to determine the cause of ...
Source: MayoClinic
Peripheral Neuropathy Support1 of 1
Coping skills
... Living with chronic pain or disability presents daily challenges. Some of these suggestions may make it easier for you to cope: Set priorities. Decide which tasks you need to do on a given day, such a...
Source: MayoClinic
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Peripheral Neuropathy
... What is Peripheral Neuropathy? Peripheral neuropathy is a common neurological disorder resulting from damage to the peripheral nerves. It may be caused by diseases of the nerves or as the result of sy...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Overview ... Peripheral neuropathy is a term used to describe disorders of your peripheral nervous system. Your peripheral nervous system includes nerves in your face, arms, legs, torso, and some cranial nerves. I...
Source: MayoClinic
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Peripheral Neuropathy Articles
- Peripheral Neuropathy Information Page
... Peripheral neuropathy describes damage to the peripheral nerves, the vast communications network that transmits information from the brain and spinal cord to every other part of the body. It may be ca...
Resources
- Peripheral Neuropathy (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)
- Peripheral Neuropathy (MayoClinic)
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