About Painful Neuropathy
Do you have severe, chronic pain in your hands or feet? You may have neuropathy due to nerve damage. Our therapies have helped more than 350,000 people around the world manage their chronic pain.1
Definition
Painful neuropathy is a neurological disorder where people experience severe chronic pain due to nerve damage. Nerves connect the spinal cord to the body and help the brain communicate with skin, muscles, and internal organs.
Causes
Painful neuropathies are caused by damage to the nerves. This damage may be a result of:
- Diabetes
- Nutritional imbalances
- Alcoholism
- Toxins
- Infections
- Autoimmunity
- Illnesses, such as kidney failure or cancer
- Trauma of the nerves
Symptoms
Although there are many different causes of painful neuropathies, they have common symptoms, such as:
- Stabbing or sharp pain
- Burning
- Numbness
These symptoms most often appear in the hands or feet.
Diagnosis
Because painful neuropathy can occur due to several types of diseases, diagnosis differs from case to case.
References
- Medtronic data on file.
Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.
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