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• Peripheral Neuropathy

  ...Peripheral neuropathy is the degeneration of peripheral nerves that supply mainly the distal muscles of the extremities. ... This syndrome is associated with non-inflammatory degeneration of the axon and myelin sheaths. Although peripheral neuropathy can occur at any age, incidence is highest in men between ages 30 and 50. Onset is usually insidious, and patients may compensate by overusing unaffected muscles. ... The peripheral nervous system is the network of nerves used for all movements (motor... between the area it serves and the brain. This can impair the ability to move muscles or to feel normal sensations. It can produce a painful sensation along the involved peripheral nerve. ... Peripheral neuropathy is the term used to describe damage to the peripheral...
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• I was in remission from all my immune related illnesses-no meds taken, After I got diagnosed with Peripheral Neuropathy and other neuropathy problems,in 4-2008, all my immune illnesses have come back.

  ... It was my neurologist and RA docs that felt my immune system was ripe for flares since the diagnosis of the neuropathies. I usually wake up with some sort of pain, most bad to where I can't function properly, some days are ok.I am so tired of the pain! Any thoughts? gaelicgirl62...
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• Peripheral neuropathy overview

  ...Peripheral neuropathy is a problem with the nerves that carry information to and from the brain and spinal cord. This can produce pain, loss of sensation, and an inability to control muscles. ... "Peripheral" means nerves further out from the center of the body, distant from the brain and spinal cord. ... "Neuro" means nerves. ... "Pathy" means abnormal. ... Peripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheral ... Peripheral neuropathy occurs when these nerves don't work properly, resulting in pain, loss of sensation, inability to control muscles, and other possible problems. ... In some cases, the failure of nerves that control blood vessels...
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• Peripheral neuropathy prevention

  ...Peripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheral ... If a prolonged procedure or immobility is expected, appropriate measures (such as padding vulnerable areas) can be taken beforehand to reduce the risk of nerve problems. ... Persons with a hereditary predisposition for neuropathy need to be especially careful to limit alcohol and manage other medical problems closely. ... All people can reduce the risk of neuropathy by following a balanced diet, drinking alcohol in moderation, and maintaining good control of diabetes and other medical problems, if present. ... Shy ME. Peripheral neuropathies. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed...
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• Peripheral neuropathy treatment

  ...Peripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheral ... Treatmet involves: ... Identifying and treating any underlying medical problem (such as diabetes) or removing... care provider if symptoms of peripheral neuropathy are present. In all cases, early diagnosis and treatment increases the possibility that symptoms can be controlled. ... Nerve pain, such as that caused by peripheral neuropathy, can be difficult... with neuropathy. Lack of muscle control and reduced sensation increase the risk of falls and other injuries. The person may not notice a potential source of injury because he or she can't feel it. For example, one may not notice if water in a bathtub is too hot...
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• Peripheral neuropathy symptoms

  ...Peripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheral ... The symptoms depend on which type of nerve is affected. The three main types of nerves are: ... Those that carry sensations (sensory) ... Those that control muscles (motor) ... Those that carry information to organs and glands (autonomic) ... Neuropathy can affect any one or a combination of all three types of nerves. Symptoms... ... Damage to sensory fibers results in changes in sensation, burning sensations, nerve pain, tingling or numbness, or an inability to determine joint position, which causes incoordination. ... For many neuropathies, sensation changes often begin in the feet...
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• The Risk of Neuropathy for Diabetics

  ...Neuropathy can affect: ... Autonomic nerves, which control involuntary or semi-involuntary body functions... is especially important, because smoking can intensify symptoms by narrowing blood vessels that nourish peripheral nerves. ... Controlling blood glucose levels may reduce neuropathic symptoms and prevent additional nerve damage in people who have diabetic neuropathy...
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• Can Emotional Stress Cause Peripheral Neuropathy

  ...My sister had a brief case of peripheral neuropathy.All the tests came back negative for an organic cause (a few are still pending but the dr. doubts they will turn up anything).Is it possible that long-term untreated depression and anxiety can cause a brief episode of neuropathy? ... I had a case of peripheral neuropathy (tingling in arms and limbs, limbs...
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• Clinical trial: Lyrica for peripheral neuropathy

  ...diabetic peripheral neuropathy if given twice a day. This national ... study is currently recruiting patients. system...
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• Q&A: Can people die from peripheral neuropathy?

  ...peripheral neuropathy can be fatal. The reader's father has been ... diagnosed with the condition and his health has deteriorated since ... his diagnosis. Dr. Donohue responds with information about the ... painful condition and how drugs like Tegretol, Dilantin, and Ultram ... can help treat it. system...
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