Medical Encyclopedia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Overview & Mechanisms
A condition that damages nerves that are found in the peripheral nervous system, which consists of nerves that are outside the brain and spinal cord. Peripheral neuropathy may be caused by autoimmune disease, diabetes, infection, and toxins. This condition may bring numbness, tingling or burning feelings, weakness, or pain in the hands and feet. Peripheral neuropathy may affect many functions involving walking, holding an object, and feeling temperature.
Symptoms & Diagnostic Signs
Detailed breakdown of how this disorder manifests physically and neurologically.
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