Peripheral neuropathy is a term that describes damage to one or more of your peripheral nerves. Damage means that the messages that flow between your central and peripheral nervous systems are disrupted. Many different conditions can lead to peripheral neuropathy. Diabetes is known as the leading cause of persistent peripheral neuropathy. The symptoms and cause of peripheral neuropathy depend on the types of peripheral nerves damaged. Neuropathy can affect anyone, both young and old. However, people suffering from diabetes and other infections have a high risk of developing this disease. The goals of treatment for peripheral neuropathy are to treat any underlying cause, control your symptoms, and help you achieve maximum independence. There are over a hundred types of peripheral neuropathy disorders that have been identified in different patients, each revealing different types. symptoms of the other as well as the developmental model. Impaired nerve function depends on the type of damage the immune system suffers. Some victims may experience numbness, tingling and tingling sensations, tender touch, and muscle weakness. What are the causes of this disease? Peripheral neuropathy can be caused in two different ways, either through heredity or another infection. Other disorders that can cause this disease include tumors, excessive toxins in the body, negative responses caused by the immune system, nutritional and vitamin deficiencies, excessive alcohol consumption, and metabolic disorders. Peripheral neuropathy is classified into three groups. This classification is determined by the cause of the disease, which makes it easier for doctors...... middle of paper ...... because this disorder depends on the cause of the problem. It is also advisable to do tests before applying any type of treatment. People with diabetes are advised to seek treatment for any type of illness that may interfere with the nervous system. This makes recovery from peripheral neuropathy easier since other infections will have been eradicated before treating this disorder. These tests are also performed to determine the appropriate treatment for patients who suffer from these nerve injuries. Another factor to note is that the type of treatment given to victims also depends on the age of the victims, as young adults and children cannot be diagnosed with the same medications. Some cases of peripheral neuropathy can be treated, while others cannot be treated, especially if the victim inherited the disease from a family member...