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InnovAiT 2009 2(9):538-545; doi:10.1093/innovait/inp129
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Peripheral neuropathy

Dr Chantal Simon

Executive Editor, InnovAiT

E-mail: chantal.simon{at}oxfordjournals.org


  Abstract

Peripheral neuropathy is defined as dysfunction of the structure and function of peripheral motor, sensory and autonomic nerves. Although many individual causes of peripheral neuropathy are rare, it is estimated that up to 8% of the population have some degree of peripheral neuropathy or a total of 4.7 million people in the UK alone. There are many different types of peripheral neuropathy but the most common cause is diabetes and up to 60% of diabetic patients have a peripheral neuropathy of some sort. Peripheral neuropathy not only causes problems with everyday functioning but also in many cases causes severe, disabling neuropathic pain. This article aims to provide a simple overview of peripheral neuropathy and its management in primary care.


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