risk factors<\/a> that make some people more predisposed to developing the onset of peripheral neuropathy. If you find yourself mentioned on the list of high-risk groups below, speak to your doctor. The physician will be able to provide you with further insight into the condition and advise you of what to look out for if the disease starts to manifest symptoms.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nPeople that have diabetes are at higher risk of developing the condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
People that abuse alcohol is also at higher risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deficiencies in B-vitamins can also place you at a higher risk of developing peripheral neuropathy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
People who experience viral infections such as Lyme disease, hepatitis, HIV, and Epstein-Barr virus are at a higher risk of PN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Autoimmune disease, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, place people at higher risk of developing peripheral neuropathy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kidney, thyroid, or liver disorders increase your risk of PN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Genetics \u2013 A family history of the disease also increases your risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n
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