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Diabetes, Alcoholism , diseases of the autoimmune system such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, and exposure to health damaging substances can cause peripheral neuropathy.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoLong duration of diabetes i.e., people having high blood glucose over a period of long time, then it starts to damage the nerve which leads to diabetic neuropathy. The other causes may be from ancestor, smoking habits, injury to nerves.
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Peripheral neuropathy caused by excess cannabis abuse?
no.
Where can you find information about peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is the damaged to the your neurological nervous system which is caused by birth or trauma. No it is not related to your eyes, that is false.
What would cause a person to have peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is primarily caused by diabetes or prolonged high blood sugar. It can also be genetic or triggered by an auto-immune disease however those with diabetes are at a significantly higher risk than the average population for developing peripheral neuropathy.
What is another name for peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is also known as somatic neuropathy or distal sensory polyneuropathy.
Can radiation therapy to pelvic area cause peripheral neuropathy?
Yes. It can cause the peripheral neuropathy.
What are the ethnic vulnerabilities to peripheral neuropathy?
Race has not been found as a contributing factor in the onset of peripheral neuropathy.
Is peripheral neuropathy for life?
Peripheral neuropathy is the term for damage to nerves of the peripheral nervous system, which may be caused either by diseases of the nerve or from the side-effects of systemic illness.It is not for life because it can be treated. Lucky You!!!For more info read this webpage:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peripheral_neuropathyHave a nice life!
Can a person die from idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy?
There is no usual evidence that indicates that idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy is fatal.
What is the difference between peripheral neuropathy and polyneuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy three types-Focal,Multifocal (mononeuropathy multiplex)and generalized (Polyneuropathy)
What does diffuse peripheral neuropathy affect?
Diffuse peripheral neuropathy primarily affects the limbs, damaging the nerves of the feet and hands. Autonomic neuropathy is the other form of diffuse neuropathy and it affects the heart and other internal organs
What is the definition of diabetic peripheral neuropathy?
Diabetic Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage caused by chronically high blood sugar and diabetes. It can lead to many things including but not limited to numbness, loss of sensation, and sometimes pain in your feet, legs, or hands. More can be found at www.webmd.com
Which doctors specialize in peripheral neuropathy and peripheral myopathy?
Neuropathy is a condition of the nerves that causes numbness, tingling, pain or pins and needles sensations in the hands, feet, arms or legs. It occurs differently for different people, but is always caused by nerve damage of some sort. All Neuropathy is damage to the nerves.Peripheral neuropathy is when the nerve damage in the peripheral nerves and not the central nervous sysstem.Neuropathy is caused by the breakdown of the myelin sheath around the nerves. Without this protection the electrical signals are not transferred properly just like if you stripped the covering off the electrical wires in you house.
