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How come when u have neuropathy u feel colder than normal?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Nerves not send righ: When you have neuropathy your nerves don't feel sensations correctly. The nerves are you wiring. They are your internal electrical circuit . If your wires aren't working right then they don't send your sensations to you correctly. The better you can diagnose why you have neuropathy the better the treatment can be.

Answered 3/30/2013

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Dr. Robert Kent answered

Specializes in Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Poor signals: Neuropathy is a term that describes damage to the nerve. This damage to the nerves leads to poor signalling to the brain. Some people feel like a limb is more cold while others feel it is hot and burning. In some cases, there can be autonomic issues as well which can actually affect temperature of limbs.

Answered 9/15/2013

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