US Medical Term · conditions
Peripheral Neuropathy
Neuropatía Periférica
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Peripheral Neuropathy |
| Spanish (Español) | Neuropatía Periférica |
| Chinese (中文) | 周邊神經病變 |
| Korean (한국어) | 말초신경병증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Bệnh thần kinh ngoại biên |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Peripheral Neuropathy |
| Portuguese (Português) | Neuropatia Periférica |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โรคเส้นประสาทส่วนปลาย |
| Japanese (日本語) | 末梢神経障害 |
What it means
Peripheral neuropathy is damage to the peripheral nerves—those outside the brain and spinal cord—causing weakness, numbness, tingling, and pain, typically in the hands and feet. It can result from diabetes (the most common cause), infections, autoimmune diseases, vitamin deficiencies, alcohol use, or certain medications. Symptoms may include burning or electric pain, balance problems, and in severe cases, muscle weakness or paralysis. Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause and managing symptoms through medications for nerve pain, physical therapy to maintain function, and lifestyle modifications to prevent progression.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have peripheral neuropathy from my diabetes and my feet burn and tingle constantly.
Tengo neuropatía periférica por mi diabetes y mis pies arden y hormiguean constantemente.
My peripheral neuropathy is making it hard to feel the floor when I walk.
Mi neuropatía periférica me dificulta sentir el piso cuando camino.
Which medications are best for the burning pain from my peripheral neuropathy?
¿Qué medicamentos son mejores para el dolor ardiente de mi neuropatía periférica?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
G62 Other and unspecified polyneuropathiesRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026