Neuropathy is a general term denoting functional disturbances and pathological changes in the
The common peroneal nerve is a branch of the sciatic nerve, one of the largest nerves in the lower half of the body. It lies between the tendon of the biceps femoris muscle and the
Until recently most treatments for diabetic neuropathy have been painkillers that helped some people but not others. Even if they helped... Read more »
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Metabolic neuropathies are nerve disorders that occur with diseases that disrupt the chemical processes in the body.See also: Alcoholic neuropathy;... Read more »
Also referred to as peripheral neuropathy or peripheral neuritis, neuropathy occurs when illness, injury, inflammation, medication, or other factors... Read more »
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Autonomic neuropathy is a group of symptoms that occur when there is damage to the nerves that manage every day body functions such as blood... Read more »
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Alcoholic neuropathy is damage to the nerves that results from excessive drinking of alcohol.Alternative NamesNeuropathy - alcoholic; Alcoholic... Read more »
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Peripheral nerves carry information to and from the brain. They also carry signals to and from the spinal cord to the rest of the body.Peripheral... Read more »