Peripheral Neuropathy Flashcards
1
Q
What are some causes for small fiber neuropathy?
A
Diabetes, B12 deficiency
Chronic alcohol use
Autoimmune diseases ex. Sjörgren syndrome
Amyloidosis
Chemotherapeutic agents
HIV
Leprosy
Fabry’s disease
2
Q
How is small fiber neuropathy diagnosed?
A
Skin biopsy
Quantitative sudomotor axon test (QSART)
3
Q
What findings are present on EMG/Nerve condution studies for small fiber neuropathy?
A
None-it’s normal
4
Q
Acquired neuropathies
A
Diabetes
Critical illness neuropathy
B12 deficiency
Cooper deficiency
Connective tissue disease
HIV
Hypothyroidism
MGUS/multiple myeloma
5
Q
Which acquired neuropathy is demyelinating?
A
MGUS/multiple myeloma
