- People with common peripheral neuropathy may have sensations of numbness and pain in their feet and hands, possibly from a serious injury, autoimmune disorders, or a co-existing illness.
- Diabetic neuropathy is potentially serious and fatal. High blood sugar can damage the nerves not only of the legs and feet, but also of the cardiovascular, digestive and urinary tract systems.
- In this progressive disorder, the fatty sheath protecting the nerves becomes damaged, resulting in loss of strength and sensation in the arms and legs. It is similar to Guillain-Barre Syndrome and is most common in young adults of both genders, though it can appear at any age.
- This painful rash is a complication of the varicella-zoster virus, otherwise known as shingles. The virus affects the nerves that reach the skin and erupts into a blistering rash that can last for up to a month.
- Some disorders, like fibromyalgia, aren't specifically peripheral nerve disorders but involve chronic pain and other symptoms in the peripheral nerves with no discernible cause. Some of these disorders can now be treated with medications and therapy, even if their cause is still unknown.
