peripheral neuropathy

noun

: a disease or degenerative state of the peripheral nerves in which motor, sensory, or vasomotor nerve fibers may be affected and which is marked by muscle weakness and atrophy, pain, and numbness

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Additionally, having another underlying medical condition, such as peripheral neuropathy or dementia, could make the effects of vitamin B12 deficiency add up with these other underlying disorders, worsening your overall symptoms. Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 11 Jan. 2025 Diabetes is a common cause of peripheral neuropathy since high glucose (blood sugar) levels over time can damage nerves. Ruth Jessen Hickman, Md, Health, 23 Dec. 2024 This peripheral neuropathy is often marked by numbness, pain, or a burning sensation.13 6. Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Health, 23 Dec. 2024 Medical conditions, such as stroke or peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), can impair spatial awareness. Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 7 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for peripheral neuropathy 

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of peripheral neuropathy was in 1936

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“Peripheral neuropathy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peripheral%20neuropathy. Accessed 16 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

peripheral neuropathy

noun
: a disease or degenerative state (as polyneuropathy) of the peripheral nerves in which motor, sensory, or vasomotor nerve fibers may be affected and which is marked by muscle weakness and atrophy, pain, and numbness
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