The primary purpose of this egroup is to bring together those who suffer from the nerve damage disorder known as Peripheral Neuropathy (PN). There are several causes for this disorder. Many PN causes are unknown. Hopefully, our egroup can be an information pool that will will assist all of us to understand better this pesky disorder.

The above text was created by our founder. She is not with the group anymore. My name is Brian. I am the new moderator. You always can contact me at buffalo1850@yahoo.com. I was diagnosed with Neuropathy about ten years ago. I was working a very physical job in the receiving department of a department store. The doctor finally told me I could not do this any more because it was causing permanent damage. I now am on disability, and seeking an office position. Click here to learn more about me, and view lots of pictures.

Peripheral neuropathy, in its most common form, causes pain and numbness in your hands and feet. The pain typically is described as tingling or burning, while the loss of sensation often is compared to the feeling of wearing a thin stocking or glove.

Peripheral neuropathy can result from such problems as traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems and exposure to toxins. One of the most common causes of the disorder is diabetes.

In many cases, peripheral neuropathy symptoms improve with time — especially if it's caused by an underlying condition that can be resolved. Medications initially designed to treat other conditions, such as epilepsy and depression, are often used to reduce the painful symptoms of peripheral neuropathy.

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