Peripheral Neuropathy

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What is Peripheral Neuropathy?

Peripheral neuropathy is a problem with the nerves that carry information to and from the brain and spinal cord. This produces pain, loss of sensation, and inability to control muscles.

  • "Peripheral" means nerves beyond the brain and spinal cord.
  • "Neuro" means nerves.
  • "Pathy" means abnormal.
Alternative Names:

Peripheral neuritis; Neuropathy - peripheral; Neuritis - peripheral

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