Neuropathy
Dr. Mit Ankur Raval
Peripheral neuropathy refers to dysfunction of peripheral nerves and can produce sensory, motor, autonomic or mixed symptoms.
What patients should know.
Common symptoms
Numbness or tingling. Burning or electric-shock pain. Weakness or foot drop. Balance problems. Autonomic symptoms in some neuropathies.
How is it assessed?
History and examination help determine whether symptoms fit a peripheral nerve pattern. Blood tests, nerve conduction studies/EMG or other targeted investigations may be used when appropriate.
Treatment principles
Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include disease-specific therapy, pain management, rehabilitation, foot care and strategies to reduce falls.
When is urgent?
Rapidly progressive weakness, breathing difficulty, swallowing difficulty or major new functional loss requires urgent assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Does numbness always mean neuropathy?
Does everyone need EMG-NCS?
Can neuropathy improve?
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