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|Short definition= | |Short definition=neuropathy - {{Pronunciation}} (noor-AH-phew-you) A nerve problem that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, or muscle weakness in different parts of the body. It usually starts in the hands or feet and gets worse over time. | ||
|Type=Cancer terms | |Type=Cancer terms | ||
|Specialty=Oncology | |Specialty=Oncology | ||
Latest revision as of 03:03, 13 January 2023
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| Term | Neuropathy |
| Short definition | neuropathy - (pronounced) (noor-AH-phew-you) A nerve problem that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, or muscle weakness in different parts of the body. It usually starts in the hands or feet and gets worse over time. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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neuropathy - (pronounced) (noor-AH-phew-you) A nerve problem that causes pain, numbness, tingling, swelling, or muscle weakness in different parts of the body. It usually starts in the hands or feet and gets worse over time. Neuropathy can be caused by cancer or cancer treatments such as chemotherapy. It can also be caused by physical injury, infection, toxic substances, or medical conditions such as diabetes, kidney failure, or malnutrition. Also called peripheral neuropathy
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