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Yes, anorexia can lead to peripheral neuropathy due to malnutrition and vitamin deficiencies, particularly deficiencies in B vitamins such as B1 (thiamine), B6 (pyridoxine), and B12 (cobalamin). These vitamins are essential for nerve health, and their lack can result in nerve damage. Additionally, electrolyte imbalances and reduced blood flow associated with anorexia may further contribute to nerve dysfunction. Therefore, individuals with anorexia are at risk for developing peripheral neuropathy.
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Can radiation therapy to pelvic area cause peripheral neuropathy?
Yes. It can cause the peripheral neuropathy.
Can Low IGG3 and low IGG4 cause peripheral neuropathy?
no
Can neuropathy cause seizures?
Neuropathy is an umbrella term for a host of diseases of the nervous system that have to do with the dysfunction of peripheral and cranial nerves. If it is used as a general term for dysfunctions of the central and peripheral nervous systems, then neuropathy does not cause seizures, but is descriptive of the dysfunction of the system that can result in seizures.
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.
Can Peripheral Neuropathy affect your eye sight?
Peripheral neuropathy primarily affects the peripheral nerves, which can lead to symptoms like numbness, tingling, and pain in the limbs. While it doesn't directly impact eyesight, certain underlying conditions that cause peripheral neuropathy, such as diabetes, can lead to vision problems. Additionally, if the neuropathy affects the nerves controlling eye movements or the optic nerve, it may indirectly influence vision. However, this is not a common outcome of peripheral neuropathy itself.
What are the ethnic vulnerabilities to peripheral neuropathy?
Race has not been found as a contributing factor in the onset of peripheral neuropathy.
Can Diabetic neuropathy cause muscle twitching or spasms in fingers?
It can, although peripheral neuropathy usually occurs first in the feet.
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
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.
Can gluten intolerance cause neuropathy?
Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity both are linked to peripheral neuropathy, or nerve problems. Neuropathy is the second most common symptom of gluten intolerance and for a percentage of those with celiac/gluten intolerance neuropathy is sometimes the first or only symptom.
