polyneuritis
/ˌpɑlɪnʊˈraɪtɪs/
noun
- Inflammation or damage of several peripheral nerves at once, often causing weakness, pain, or numbness, typically due to conditions like diabetes, infection, or vitamin deficiency.
- Treatment for polyneuritis often includes addressing the underlying cause and managing symptoms with medication.
- The patient was diagnosed with polyneuritis after experiencing tingling and weakness in both legs.
- Chronic alcoholism can lead to polyneuritis due to poor nutrition.
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