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Neuropathy secondary to drugs

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Central nervous system

Neuropathy secondary to drugs

Symptoms:

Numbness, loss of sensation
Tingling, abnormal sensations
Sensation changes usually begin in the feet or hands and progress inward

Signs and tests:

A neurological examination may show abnormalities. Blood levels of the medication may show toxic levels. Normal blood levels of certain drugs may be toxic in elderly or other highly susceptible persons.

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