Peripheral Neuropathy
Causes
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- Autoimmune diseases. …
- Diabetes and metabolic syndrome. …
- Infections. …
- Inherited disorders. …
- Tumors. …
- Bone marrow disorders. …
- Other diseases.
Symptoms
- Muscle weakness.
- Cramps.
- Muscle twitching.
- Loss of muscle and bone.
- Changes in skin, hair, or nails.
- Numbness.
- Loss of sensation or feeling in body parts.
- Loss of balance or other functions as a side effect of the loss of feeling in the legs, arms, or other body parts.
Treatment
The main medicines recommended for neuropathic pain include: amitriptyline – also used for treatment of headaches and depression. duloxetine – also used for treatment of bladder problems and depression. pregabalin and gabapentin – also used to treat epilepsy, headaches or anxiety.
Diagnosis
Peripheral neuropathy is diagnosed on the basis of a clinical assessment conducted by a neurologist, which includes taking the history of the patient’s symptoms, and a physical examination. Often, nerve conduction studies will also be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
