Neuropathy
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Neuropathy refers to damage or dysfunction of the nerves, often causing numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness—most commonly in the hands and feet. It may result from diabetes, infections, injuries, or exposure to toxins. Peripheral neuropathy is the most common type, but symptoms and severity can vary. Early evaluation is key to managing symptoms and preventing further nerve damage.
- Tingling or "pins and needles" sensation
- Numbness in the hands or feet
- Sharp, burning, or stabbing pain
- Muscle weakness or lack of coordination
- Increased sensitivity to touch
- Underlying condition management: Especially blood sugar control in diabetics
- Medications: Pain relievers, anticonvulsants (e.g., gabapentin), antidepressants
- Lifestyle changes: Avoiding alcohol, improving nutrition
- Physical therapy: To improve strength and balance
- Topical treatments or nerve stimulation therapies in some cases
- Diabetes (most common cause)
- Alcohol abuse
- Vitamin deficiencies (especially B vitamins)
- Chemotherapy or radiation treatment
- Autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis)
- Infections like shingles or HIV
- Physical trauma or nerve compression
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Symptoms
- Tingling or "pins and needles" sensation
- Numbness in the hands or feet
- Sharp, burning, or stabbing pain
- Muscle weakness or lack of coordination
- Increased sensitivity to touch
Causes
- Diabetes (most common cause)
- Alcohol abuse
- Vitamin deficiencies (especially B vitamins)
- Chemotherapy or radiation treatment
- Autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, rheumatoid arthritis)
- Infections like shingles or HIV
- Physical trauma or nerve compression
Treatments
- Underlying condition management: Especially blood sugar control in diabetics
- Medications: Pain relievers, anticonvulsants (e.g., gabapentin), antidepressants
- Lifestyle changes: Avoiding alcohol, improving nutrition
- Physical therapy: To improve strength and balance
- Topical treatments or nerve stimulation therapies in some cases
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