Peripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheral
Prevention
You can prevent some causes of nerve damage.
Drink alcohol in moderation. Follow a balanced diet. Keep good control over diabetes and other medical problems. Learn about chemicals used at your workplace.
References
Shy ME. Peripheral neuropathies. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 446.
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Review Date: 08/27/2010
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, and David R. Eltz.
Previously reviewed by David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of
Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine,
University of Washington School of Medicine; and Daniel B. Hoch,
PhD, MD, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School,
Department of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital
(8/27/2010).
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