Peripheral Neuropathy: Diagnosis & Tests (Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy)

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Peripheral Neuropathy

Alternate Names : Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy

Peripheral Neuropathy | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

Diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy begins with a medical history and physical exam. The healthcare provider may detect muscle weakness and decreased sensation. The provider may order tests, including the following:

blood tests to look for underlying diseases

electromyography, or EMG, which measures the electrical activity of the involved muscles

nerve conduction velocity studies, or NCV, which measure the nerve's ability to carry messages

X-rays to look for underlying conditions

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Author: James Broomfield, MD
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 05/04/01

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