Peripheral Neuropathy & Numbness
What causes Peripheral Neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy is caused by nerve damage. It can result from such problems as traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes is diabetes (around 30% of cases).
A further 30% of neuropathies are “idiopathic” or of an unknown cause.
Symptoms may include:
Peripheral neuropathy symptoms can vary. There are three types of peripheral nerves affected and symptoms depend on these nerves and their location:
1. Sensory Nerves: affect sensation2. Autonomic Nerves: affect internal organ functions
3. Motor Nerves: affect muscles
Many types of peripheral neuropathy affect all three types to various degrees but some affect only one or two.
Weakness in the Arms or Legs
Legs: Usually caused by damage to the motor nerves, leg symptoms often include difficulty walking or running, a feeling of "heaviness" in your legs, finding it takes a lot of effort just to climb the stairs, stumbling or tiring easily. Muscle cramps may be common.
Arms: In the arms, you may find it difficult to carry groceries, open jars, turn door knobs or take care of your personal grooming. A common frustration is dropping things.
Numbness, Tingling and Pain: Sensory nerves, when damaged, can cause various symptoms. Early on there may be spontaneous sensations, called paresthesias, which include numbness, tingling, pinching, sharp deep stabs, electric shocks or buzzing. These sensations are usually worse at night, and sometimes become painful and severe.
In many cases, peripheral neuropathy symptoms improve with time — especially if it's caused by an underlying condition that can be treated.
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References:
NHS
The Neuropathy Association®
MedlinePlus
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
The Mayo Clinic
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