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Alcoholic neuropathy
Alternative Names: Neuropathy - alcoholic; Alcoholic polyneuropathy Symptoms: Numbness Abnormal sensations (paresthesia); "pins and needles" Painful sensations Muscle weakness Muscle cramps or muscle aches Heat intolerance, especially after exercise Impotence (in men) Difficulty urinating Incontinence (leaking urine) Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying Difficulty beginning to urinate Constipation Diarrhea Nausea, vomiting Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease: Swallowing difficulty Speech impairment Loss of muscle function or feeling Muscle contractions or spasm Muscle atrophy Movement, dysfunctional Hoarseness or changing voice Eyelid drooping (ptosis) Text Continues Below Note: Changes in muscle strength and/or sensation usually occur on both sides of the body and are more common in the legs than in the arms. Symptoms may develop gradually and progressively become worse over time. Signs and tests: Results of a neurological exam may be abnormal. Reflexes may be reduced and localized nerve abnormalities may be present. Neurologic deficits are usually symmetrical (affecting both sides of the body). Signs of autonomic nervous system dysfunction may be present. Eye inspection may show decreased pupil response or other abnormality. Blood pressure may show orthostatic changes (a fall in blood pressure when the person rises to a standing position). Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>