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[printfriendly] Chronic kidney or renal failure (uremia) occurs when the kidneys gradually fail to function properly. When the kidneys are impaired, fluids and waste products accumulate in the body. This accumulation is toxic for nerves, and in some cases, may cause peripheral neuropathy. Many conditions can cause kidney failure; the most common are diabetes and …

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[printfriendly] Hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure palsies (HNPP) is a relatively common, though under-diagnosed, hereditary disorder in which a fairly mild pressure or trauma to a single nerve results in episodes or periods of numbness and weakness, similar to an arm or leg going to sleep. Unlike a limb going to sleep for a …

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[printfriendly] What Causes Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a localized compression of a median nerve at the level of the wrist. At the base of the hand is a narrow place between bones and ligaments where the median nerve and muscle tendons are found. This area is called the carpal tunnel. When …

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[printfriendly] Vasculitis is an inflammation of the blood vessel system, which includes the veins, arteries, and capillaries. Vasculitis may affect blood vessels of any type, size, or location, and therefore can cause dysfunction in any organ system, including the central and peripheral nervous system. Peripheral neuropathy may occur as a result of having vasculitis. Vasculitis …

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[printfriendly] What is a CAT Scan? A CAT scan is an x-ray procedure that combines many x-ray images with the aid of a computer to generate cross-sectional views and, if needed, three-dimensional images of the internal organs and structures of the body. A CAT scan is used to define normal and abnormal structures in the …

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Our Leadership [printfriendly] About Our Foundation The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy is committed to fostering collaboration among today’s most gifted and dedicated neuroscientists and physicians. These specialists from around the country will help us maintain a comprehensive view of the field and determine the research areas that hold the most promise in neuropathy research and …

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