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Peripheral Neuropathy Definition
Common names:
  • Nerve Disease Peripheral
  • Neuropathy Peripheral
  • Peripheral Nerve Disease
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
A person with peripheral neuropathy has damage to the nerves that carry information between the body and the spinal cord. Symptoms include tingling, leg pain, leg numbness, and leg weakness.

Peripheral neuropathy is common in those with diabetes and alcoholism.
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Last Updated: Jun 18, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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