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Alcoholic neuropathy

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Alcoholic neuropathy
Alcoholic neuropathy
Autonomic Nerves
Autonomic Nerves
Central nervous system
Central nervous system
Motor nerves
Motor nerves
Alternative Names

Neuropathy - alcoholic; Alcoholic polyneuropathy


Prevention

Avoid or minimize alcohol use. Total abstinence from alcohol may be necessary for persons with alcoholism.


Review Date: 07/28/2005
Reviewed By: Kevin Sheth, M.D., Department of Neurology, Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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