Any disease or malfunction of the nerves.

A disease of the accessory nerve, paralysis of which prevents rotation of the head away from one or both sides and causes the shoulder to droop. Damage can be confined to the accessory nerve, or it may also involve the ninth and tenth cranial nerves, which exit the skull through the same opening.

See Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.

Nerve damage caused by diabetes that leads to numbness and sometimes pain and weakness in the hands, arms, feet, and legs. Diabetic neuropathy can affect the digestive tract, heart, and genitalia. The longer a person has diabetes, the greater the risk of neuropathy. There are four types of diabetic neuropathy: peripheral, autonomic, proximal, and f [..]

See: Hypoglossal neuropathy.

A nerve problem that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, or muscle weakness in different parts of the body. It usually begins in the hands or feet and gets worse over time. Neuropathy may be ca [..]

Any disease of the central or peripheral nervous system.

1827, from neuro- + -pathy. Related: Neuropath; neuropathic; neuropathist.

An abnormal condition involving a peripheral nerve

The name given to a group of disorders involving nerves. Symptoms range from a tingling sensation or numbness in the toes and fingers to paralysis. It is estimated that 35% of persons with HIV disease [..]

Any functional or pathologic disturbance in the peripheral nervous system.

defines any disease of the nervous system, commonly found in the peripheral nerves.

nervous system disorder (pop)

 - Any functional or pathologic disturbance in the peripheral nervous system.

(ne-ROP-uh-thee) disease of the nervous system. The three major forms in people with diabetes are peripheral neuropathy, autonomic neuropathy, and mononeuropathy. The most common form is peripheral neuropathy, which affects mainly the legs and feet.

(n) any pathology of the peripheral nerves

Peripheral neuropathy describes damage to the peripheral nervous system, the vast communications network that transmits information from the brain and spinal cord (the central nervous system) to every [..]

  A term for any disorder affecting any segment of the nervous system.

  A term for any diabetes related disorder of the nervous system.

Disease of the nervous system or of an individual nerve.

Nerve damage and resulting loss of sensation, movement, or other function.

Any abnormality or disease of nerve tissues of the nervous system.

Damage to the nervous system (Modern)

A problem in peripheral nerve function (any part of the nervous system except the brain and spinal cord) that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, and muscle weakness in various parts of the bod [..]

Synonyms: peripheral neuropathy Definition: A problem in peripheral nerve function (any part of the nervous system except the brain and spinal cord) that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, and [..]

Having diabetes for many years – especially if it's uncontrolled – can damage the nervous system. Neuropathy is the medical word for disease of the nervous system. When this is caused by diabetes [..]

nerve damage or disease.

Disorder and functional disturbance of the peripheral nerves. This may be manifest as numbness of the extremities, paraesthesia ("pins and needles" sensations), weakness of the limbs, or wasting of the muscles and loss of deep tendon reflexes. Peripheral neuropathy may be accompanied by disturbance of the autonomic nervous system, resulti [..]

An acute inflammatory autoimmune Neuritis caused by T Cell- mediated Cellular immune response directed towards peripheral myelin. Demyelination occurs in Peripheral Nerves and nerve roots. The process [..]

A condition where damage to the Peripheral Nervous System (including the peripheral Elements of the Autonomic Nervous System) is associated with chronic ingestion of Alcoholic Beverages. The disorder [..]

Disorders of the Peripheral Nervous System associated with the deposition of Amyloid in nerve Tissue. Familial, primary (nonfamilial), and secondary Forms have been described. Some familial subtypes d [..]

Diseases of the cervical (and first thoracic) roots, nerve trunks, cords, and Peripheral Nerve components of the Brachial Plexus. Clinical manifestations include regional Pain, Paresthesia; Muscle Wea [..]

Disorders of one or more of the twelve Cranial Nerves. With the exception of the optic and Olfactory Nerves, this includes disorders of the Brain Stem nuclei from which the Cranial Nerves originate or [..]

Peripheral, autonomic, and Cranial Nerve Disorders that are associated with Diabetes Mellitus. These conditions usually result from diabetic microvascular injury involving small Blood Vessels that sup [..]

An experimental Animal Model for the Demyelinating Disease of Guillaine-Barre Syndrome. In the most frequently used protocol, Animals are injected with a Peripheral Nerve Tissue protein homogenate. Af [..]

Diseases of the Facial Nerve or nuclei. Pontine disorders may Affect the facial nuclei or nerve fascicle. The nerve may be involved intracranially, along its course through the petrous portion of the [..]

Inherited disorders of the Peripheral Nervous System associated with the deposition of Amyloid in nerve Tissue. The different clinical types based on symptoms correspond to the presence of a variety o [..]

Disease involving the Femoral Nerve. The Femoral Nerve may be injured by Ischemia (e.g., in Association with Diabetic Neuropathies), nerve compression, Trauma, Collagen Diseases, and other Disease pro [..]

Rare autosomal recessive disorder of Intermediate Filament Proteins. The Disease is caused by Mutations in the Gene that codes gigaxonin protein. The Mutations result in disorganization of axonal Neur [..]

An autosomal recessive familial disorder that usually presents in childhood with Polyneuropathy; Sensorineural Hearing Loss; Ichthyosis; Ataxia; Retinitis Pigmentosa; and Cardiomyopathies. (From Joynt [..]

An autosomal disorder of the peripheral and Autonomic Nervous Systems limited to individuals of Ashkenazic Jewish descent. Clinical manifestations are present at Birth and include diminished lacrimati [..]

Ischemic injury to the Optic Nerve which usually Affects the Optic Disk (Optic Neuropathy, anterior ischemic) and less frequently the retrobulbar portion of the nerve (Optic Neuropathy, posterior isch [..]

Disease involving the Median Nerve, from its origin at the Brachial Plexus to its termination in the hand. Clinical features include weakness of Wrist and finger flexion, forearm Pronation, thenar abd [..]

Diseases of the Oculomotor Nerve or nucleus that result in weakness or Paralysis of the superior rectus, inferior rectus, medial rectus, inferior oblique, or levator palpebrae Muscles, or impaired par [..]

Conditions which produce injury or dysfunction of the second cranial or Optic Nerve, which is generally considered a component of the Central Nervous System. Damage to optic Nerve Fibers may occur at [..]

A diffuse or multifocal Peripheral Neuropathy related to the remote effects of a Neoplasm, most often Carcinoma or Lymphoma. Pathologically, there are inflammatory changes in Peripheral Nerves. The mo [..]

Diseases of the Peripheral Nerves external to the Brain and spinal cord, which includes Diseases of the nerve roots, Ganglia, plexi, autonomic nerves, sensory nerves, and motor nerves.

Disease involving the common Peroneal Nerve or its branches, the deep and superficial Peroneal Nerves. Lesions of the deep Peroneal Nerve are associated with Paralysis of dorsiflexion of the Ankle and [..]

Pain associated with a damaged Pudendal Nerve. Clinical features may include positional Pain with sitting in the perineal and genital areas, sexual dysfunction and Fecal Incontinence and Urinary Incon [..]

Disease involving the Radial Nerve. Clinical features include weakness of elbow extension, elbow flexion, Supination of the forearm, Wrist and finger extension, and thumb abduction. Sensation may be i [..]

Disease or damage involving the Sciatic Nerve, which divides into the Peroneal Nerve and Tibial Nerve (see also Peroneal Neuropathies and Tibial Neuropathy). Clinical manifestations may include Sciati [..]

A Syndrome associated with Inflammation of the Brachial Plexus. Clinical features include severe Pain in the shoulder region which may be accompanied by Muscle Weakness and loss of Sensation in the Up [..]

A neuropathy due to Vitamin B 12 Deficiency or to excessive Nitrous Oxide Inhalation. It is associated with overproduction of the myelinolytic Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha.

Disease of the Tibial Nerve (also referred to as the posterior Tibial Nerve). The most commonly associated condition is the Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome. However, Leg Injuries; Ischemia; and inflammatory co [..]

Traumatic injuries to the Accessory Nerve. Damage to the nerve may produce weakness in head Rotation and shoulder elevation.

Dysfunction of one or more Cranial Nerves causally related to a Traumatic injury. Penetrating and nonpenetrating Craniocerebral Trauma; Neck Injuries; and Trauma to the facial region are conditions as [..]

Traumatic injuries to the Facial Nerve. This may result in Facial Paralysis, decreased lacrimation and Salivation, and loss of Taste Sensation in the anterior tongue. The nerve may regenerate and refo [..]

Traumatic injuries to the Glossopharyngeal Nerve.

Traumatic injuries to the Hypoglossal Nerve.

Traumatic injuries to the Laryngeal Nerve.

Traumatic injuries to the Oculomotor Nerve. This may result in various Eye Movement dysfunction.

Traumatic injuries to the Olfactory Nerve. It may result in various olfactory dysfunction including a complete loss of Smell.

Injuries to the Optic Nerve induced by a Trauma to the Face or head. These may occur with closed or penetrating injuries. Relatively Minor compression of the superior aspect of Orbit may also result i [..]

Traumatic injuries to the Trigeminal Nerve. It may result in extreme Pain, abnormal Sensation in the areas the nerve innervates on Face, jaw, Gums and tongue and can cause difficulties with Speech and [..]

Traumatic injuries to the Trochlear Nerve.

Traumatic injuries to the Vagus Nerve. Because the Vagus Nerve innervates multiple organs, injuries in the Nerve Fibers may result in any gastrointestinal organ dysfunction downstream of the injury si [..]

Traumatic injuries to the Vestibulocochlear Nerve.

Diseases of the Trigeminal Nerve or its nuclei, which are located in the Pons and medulla. The nerve is composed of three divisions: ophthalmic, maxillary, and mandibular, which provide sensory innerv [..]

Diseases of the fourth cranial (trochlear) nerve or its nucleus in the Midbrain. The nerve crosses as it exits the Midbrain dorsally and may be injured along its course through the intracranial space, [..]

Disease involving the Ulnar Nerve from its origin in the Brachial Plexus to its termination in the hand. Clinical manifestations may include Paresis or Paralysis of Wrist flexion, finger flexion, thum [..]

Diseases of the Tenth Cranial Nerve, including Brain Stem lesions involving its nuclei (solitary, ambiguus, and dorsal motor), nerve fascicles, and intracranial and extracranial course. Clinical manif [..]

Damage or degeneration of the nerves, especially the peripheral nerves. Symptoms of neuropathy depend on which nerves are affected and can include pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness. HIV-related neuropathy may be due to HIV infection or use of certain antiretroviral (ARV) drugs. See Related Term(s): Peripheral Nervous System

Disease or malfunction of the nervous system.

Damage to nerves. Diabetic neuropathy is a family of nerve disorders caused by diabetes. The type seen most often in cats is peripheral neuropathy, which effects the small nerves in the feet and legs, [..]

A nerve problem that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, or muscle weakness in different parts of the body. It usually begins in the hands or feet and gets worse over time. Neuropathy may be caused by physical injury, infection, toxic substances, disease (such as cancer, diabetes, kidney failure, or malnutrition), or drugs, including antican [..]

A general term for any dysfunction in the peripheral nervous system. Symptoms include pain, muscle weakness, numbness, loss of coordination and paralysis. This condition may result in permanent disabi [..]

Usually refers to ‘Peripheral neuropathy’, which means damage to the nerves of the peripheral nervous system.

 Any disease that affects the nerves (neurones)

Disease of the nervous system.

Any functional or pathologic disturbance in the peripheral nervous system. Disorder may be localized secondary to lesion or generalized secondary to medical disorder.

A functional disturbance or pathological change in the peripheral nervous system, the most common kind of chronic symmetrical sensory polyneuropathy affecting first the nerves of the lower limbs and o [..]

Any disease of the nerves. Often, neuropathy associated with HIV infection is manifested by tingling or numbness in the feet or hands.

Damage to the nerves. This may be peripheral or autonomic and is usually caused by long-term diabetes,

Damage to the nerves. Symptoms include numbness, tingling, weakness and discomfort in the feet or hands. Can be caused by certain chemotherapy drugs.

Any disease of the peripheral nerves, usually causing weakness and numbness.

A disease or condition of the nervous system; nerve damage.