{"product_id":"2940153766768","title":"Peripheral Neuropathy, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeripheral neuropathy (PN) is a medical disorder caused by damage to or disease affecting peripheral nerves, which may reduce sensation, movement, gland or organ function, or other parts of health, depending on the type of nerve affected.\u003cbr\u003ePeripheral nerves bring information to and from the brain.\u003cbr\u003eThey also transfer signals to and from the spinal cord to the rest of the body.\u003cbr\u003ePeripheral neuropathy usually suggests that these nerves do not work properly.\u003cbr\u003ePeripheral neuropathy may cause damage to a single nerve or nerve group.\u003cbr\u003ePeripheral neuropathy may be classified as genetic and acquired.\u003cbr\u003eOften, no cause can be found (idiopathic).\u003cbr\u003eA. Genetic: Some nerve diseases are inherited in families.\u003cbr\u003eAcquired Conditions that may cause neuropathy are:\u003cbr\u003e1. Traumatic injury to the nerve\u003cbr\u003ea. Broken bone that affects a nerve\u003cbr\u003eb. Glue, lead, mercury, and solvent poisoning\u003cbr\u003ec. Drugs that treat infections, cancer, seizures, and high blood pressure\u003cbr\u003ed. Pressure on a nerve, such as from carpal tunnel syndrome\u003cbr\u003ee. Being exposed to cold temperatures for a long period of time\u003cbr\u003ef. Pressure from bad-fitting casts, splints, a brace, or crutches\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSymptoms are present:\u003cbr\u003e1. Pain and Numbness\u003cbr\u003e2. Muscle Problems\u003cbr\u003e3. Body Organs Disorders\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInvestigations:\u003cbr\u003eElectromyography and Nerve conduction studies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreatment:\u003cbr\u003ePeople with diabetes should try to regulate their blood sugar and avoid alcohol drinks\u003cbr\u003eThe patient may have therapy to learn exercises to increase muscle strength and control.\u003cbr\u003eBraces, splints, and wheelchairs may improve movement or the ability to use an arm or leg that has nerve damage.\u003cbr\u003eMedicines such as painkillers can reduce pain in the feet, legs, and arms but not numbness\u003cbr\u003eMedicines can help with urine, abdominal and erection problems\u003cbr\u003eThe patient may need surgery to remove pressure from a nerve.\u003cbr\u003eWhen a medical condition can be found and treated, the outlook may be excellent.\u003cbr\u003eBut sometimes, nerve damage can be permanent, even if after the cause is treated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Peripheral Neuropathy\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 Causes\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Symptoms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Treatment\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Guillian Barre Syndrome\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Carpal Tunnel Syndrome\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47179001463024,"sku":"2940153766768","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940153766768_p0.jpg?v=1764056831","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940153766768","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}