The type of symptoms you have depends on the kind of atypical neuropathy you have.
Mononeuropathy can cause:
Polyradiculoneuropathy can cause:
These symptoms may be caused by other serious conditions. See your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms.
Atypical neuropathies are types of nerve damage caused by diabetes.
One type affects just one nerve. This is called mononeuropathy. It often affects a nerve in the wrist or foot. It can also affect a nerve that controls the eye muscles.
Another type affects many nerves. This is called polyradiculoneuropathy. It often affects the nerves in the back and chest.
Atypical neuropathies are far less common than other types of neuropathy. They often happen all of a sudden. And they can get better with time.
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