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Peripheral Neuropathy

Alternate Names : Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy

Peripheral Neuropathy | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring | Attribution


What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy are seen in the body area(s) supplied by the damaged nerve. Damage to the median nerve at the wrist, for example, may cause symptoms in the wrist and hand. Symptoms in involved areas may include the following:

  • inability to move the body part normally
  • numbness
  • paresthesias, which are abnormal sensations such as tingling or burning
  • weakness

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    Author: James Broomfield, MD
    Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
    Date Reviewed: 05/04/01









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