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	'''Hypoesthesia''' refers to a reduced sense of touch or sensation, or a partial loss of sensitivity to sensory stimuli. It is a common symptom of various neurological conditions. Hypoesthesia can be caused by damage to the nerves, and it can affect any part of the body.		{{SI}}
			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Hypoesthesia
			\| image = [[File:Nerve_root_schwannoma_-_intermed_mag.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Micrograph of a [[nerve]] root [[schwannoma]], a potential cause of hypoesthesia.
			\| field = [[Neurology]]
			\| synonyms = [[Hypesthesia]], [[numbness]]
			\| symptoms = Reduced sense of [[touch]] or sensation
			\| complications = [[Injury]] due to lack of sensation
			\| onset = Sudden or gradual
			\| duration = Variable
			\| causes = [[Nerve damage]], [[compression]], [[diabetes]], [[multiple sclerosis]], [[stroke]], [[trauma]]
			\| risks = [[Diabetes]], [[alcoholism]], [[vitamin deficiency]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[nerve conduction study]], [[MRI]]
			\| differential = [[Paresthesia]], [[anesthesia (loss of sensation)]], [[neuropathy]]
			\| treatment = Addressing underlying cause, [[physical therapy]], [[medication]]
			\| medication = [[Pain relievers]], [[antidepressants]], [[anticonvulsants]]
			\| frequency = Common
			\| deaths = Rarely directly fatal
			}}
			''Hypoesthesia''' refers to a reduced sense of touch or sensation, or a partial loss of sensitivity to sensory stimuli. It is a common symptom of various neurological conditions. Hypoesthesia can be caused by damage to the nerves, and it can affect any part of the body.
	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	Hypoesthesia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[Peripheral neuropathy\|peripheral neuropathy]], [[Multiple sclerosis\|multiple sclerosis]], [[Stroke\|stroke]], and [[Diabetes\|diabetes]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.		Hypoesthesia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[Peripheral neuropathy\|peripheral neuropathy]], [[Multiple sclerosis\|multiple sclerosis]], [[Stroke\|stroke]], and [[Diabetes\|diabetes]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	The main symptom of hypoesthesia is a reduced ability to feel sensations. This can affect any part of the body, but it is most commonly noticed in the hands and feet. Other symptoms can include numbness, tingling, or a "pins and needles" sensation.		The main symptom of hypoesthesia is a reduced ability to feel sensations. This can affect any part of the body, but it is most commonly noticed in the hands and feet. Other symptoms can include numbness, tingling, or a "pins and needles" sensation.

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==

	Diagnosis of hypoesthesia is typically made through a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests, such as nerve conduction studies or an MRI, may be ordered to determine the underlying cause of the hypoesthesia.		Diagnosis of hypoesthesia is typically made through a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests, such as nerve conduction studies or an MRI, may be ordered to determine the underlying cause of the hypoesthesia.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for hypoesthesia depends on the underlying cause. This can include managing the underlying condition, such as controlling blood sugar levels in diabetes, or treating the symptoms directly, such as with physical therapy or medication.		Treatment for hypoesthesia depends on the underlying cause. This can include managing the underlying condition, such as controlling blood sugar levels in diabetes, or treating the symptoms directly, such as with physical therapy or medication.

	== See also ==		== See also ==

	* [[Anesthesia]]		* [[Anesthesia]]
	* [[Hyperesthesia]]		* [[Hyperesthesia]]
	* [[Paresthesia]]		* [[Paresthesia]]

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	~~== Hypoesthesia ==~~
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	~~File:Nerve_root_schwannoma_-_intermed_mag.jpg\|Nerve root schwannoma - intermediate magnification~~
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			== Hypoesthesia ==
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			File:Nerve_root_schwannoma_-_intermed_mag.jpg\|Nerve root schwannoma - intermediate magnification
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'''Hypoesthesia''' refers to a reduced sense of touch or sensation, or a partial loss of sensitivity to sensory stimuli. It is a common symptom of various neurological conditions. Hypoesthesia can be caused by damage to the nerves, and it can affect any part of the body.

== Causes ==

Hypoesthesia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including [[Peripheral neuropathy|peripheral neuropathy]], [[Multiple sclerosis|multiple sclerosis]], [[Stroke|stroke]], and [[Diabetes|diabetes]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.

== Symptoms ==

The main symptom of hypoesthesia is a reduced ability to feel sensations. This can affect any part of the body, but it is most commonly noticed in the hands and feet. Other symptoms can include numbness, tingling, or a "pins and needles" sensation.

== Diagnosis ==

Diagnosis of hypoesthesia is typically made through a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history. Additional tests, such as nerve conduction studies or an MRI, may be ordered to determine the underlying cause of the hypoesthesia.

== Treatment ==

Treatment for hypoesthesia depends on the underlying cause. This can include managing the underlying condition, such as controlling blood sugar levels in diabetes, or treating the symptoms directly, such as with physical therapy or medication.

== See also ==

* [[Anesthesia]]
* [[Hyperesthesia]]
* [[Paresthesia]]

== References ==

<references />

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[[Category:Neurological disorders]]
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