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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Polyradiculoneuropathy | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| specialty = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Muscle weakness]], [[sensory loss]], [[pain]], [[paresthesia]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Autoimmune disease]], [[infection]], [[toxic exposure]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Electromyography]], [[nerve conduction study]], [[lumbar puncture]] | |||
| differential = [[Peripheral neuropathy]], [[myopathy]], [[spinal cord disease]] | |||
| treatment = [[Immunotherapy]], [[plasmapheresis]], [[intravenous immunoglobulin]] | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = | |||
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'''Polyradiculoneuropathy''' is a medical condition that affects the peripheral nerves. It is characterized by progressive weakness and impaired sensory function in the legs and arms. The condition is caused by damage to the nerve roots and peripheral nerves, and can be either acute or chronic. | '''Polyradiculoneuropathy''' is a medical condition that affects the peripheral nerves. It is characterized by progressive weakness and impaired sensory function in the legs and arms. The condition is caused by damage to the nerve roots and peripheral nerves, and can be either acute or chronic. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of polyradiculoneuropathy can vary greatly depending on the specific type and severity of the condition. Common symptoms include: | The symptoms of polyradiculoneuropathy can vary greatly depending on the specific type and severity of the condition. Common symptoms include: | ||
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* Difficulty with movement or coordination | * Difficulty with movement or coordination | ||
* Loss of reflexes | * Loss of reflexes | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Polyradiculoneuropathy can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Polyradiculoneuropathy can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* Infections, such as [[Lyme disease]] or [[HIV]] | * Infections, such as [[Lyme disease]] or [[HIV]] | ||
* Autoimmune diseases, such as [[Guillain- | * Autoimmune diseases, such as [[Guillain-Barré syndrome]] | ||
* Certain medications or toxins | * Certain medications or toxins | ||
* Genetic disorders | * Genetic disorders | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of polyradiculoneuropathy typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as various tests to assess nerve function. These may include: | Diagnosis of polyradiculoneuropathy typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as various tests to assess nerve function. These may include: | ||
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* [[Lumbar puncture]] | * [[Lumbar puncture]] | ||
* [[Magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) | * [[Magnetic resonance imaging]] (MRI) | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for polyradiculoneuropathy depends on the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve: | Treatment for polyradiculoneuropathy depends on the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve: | ||
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* Physical therapy to improve strength and mobility | * Physical therapy to improve strength and mobility | ||
* Treatment of any underlying conditions or diseases | * Treatment of any underlying conditions or diseases | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Peripheral neuropathy]] | * [[Peripheral neuropathy]] | ||
* [[Neurology]] | * [[Neurology]] | ||
* [[Neuropathic pain]] | * [[Neuropathic pain]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]] | [[Category:Peripheral nervous system disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:47, 4 April 2025
| Polyradiculoneuropathy | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Neurology |
| Symptoms | Muscle weakness, sensory loss, pain, paresthesia |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Autoimmune disease, infection, toxic exposure |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Electromyography, nerve conduction study, lumbar puncture |
| Differential diagnosis | Peripheral neuropathy, myopathy, spinal cord disease |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Immunotherapy, plasmapheresis, intravenous immunoglobulin |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Polyradiculoneuropathy is a medical condition that affects the peripheral nerves. It is characterized by progressive weakness and impaired sensory function in the legs and arms. The condition is caused by damage to the nerve roots and peripheral nerves, and can be either acute or chronic.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of polyradiculoneuropathy can vary greatly depending on the specific type and severity of the condition. Common symptoms include:
- Muscle weakness
- Numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
- Pain in the affected areas
- Difficulty with movement or coordination
- Loss of reflexes
Causes[edit]
Polyradiculoneuropathy can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Infections, such as Lyme disease or HIV
- Autoimmune diseases, such as Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Certain medications or toxins
- Genetic disorders
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of polyradiculoneuropathy typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as various tests to assess nerve function. These may include:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for polyradiculoneuropathy depends on the underlying cause of the condition. This may involve:
- Medications to manage symptoms
- Physical therapy to improve strength and mobility
- Treatment of any underlying conditions or diseases
