The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Peripheral neuropathy includes the 11 symptoms listed below:
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The most common type of peripheral neuropathy damages the nerves of the limbs, especially the feet. Nerves on both sides of the body are affected. Common symptoms of this kind of neuropathy are:
The damage to nerves often results in loss of reflexes and muscle weakness. The foot often becomes wider and shorter, the gait changes, and foot ulcers appear as pressure is put on parts of the foot that are less protected. Because of the loss of sensation, injuries may go unnoticed and often become infected. If ulcers or foot injuries are not treated in time, the infection may involve the bone and require amputation. However, problems caused by minor injuries can usually be controlled if they are caught in time. Avoiding foot injury by wearing well-fitted shoes and examining the feet daily can help prevent amputations. (Source: excerpt from Diabetic Neuropathy The Nerve Damage of Diabetes: NIDDK)
When considering symptoms of Peripheral neuropathy, it is also important to consider Peripheral neuropathy as a possible cause of other medical conditions. The Disease Database lists the following medical conditions that Peripheral neuropathy may cause:
For a more detailed analysis of Peripheral neuropathy as a symptom, including causes, drug side effect causes, and drug interaction causes, please see our Symptom Center information for Peripheral neuropathy.
Onset of Peripheral neuropathy: Usually insidious in onset.
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The symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some possible signs and symptoms of Peripheral neuropathy. This signs and symptoms information for Peripheral neuropathy has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Peripheral neuropathy signs or Peripheral neuropathy symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Peripheral neuropathy may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Peripheral neuropathy symptoms.
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