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At what common age do most people get peripheral neuropathy?

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Not an aging problem: Although we lose fiber density, as we age, a true peripheral neuropathy is abnormal at any age. Diabetes is the most common cause in the us today. Heavy metal intoxication, medications , chemotherapy, are seen on occasion ..

Answered 2/7/2015

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Dr. Mark Fisher answered

Specializes in Neurology

None: That's like asking, "At what common age do most people get fat?" "Peripheral neuropathy" covers a lot of territory. It's uncommon in childhood but depending on the cause and type, adults can develop peripheral neuropathy at any age. To reiterate: It depends on the cause and type. There's a lot of information (and misinformation) on the Web about neuropathies. Consult a reputable source.

Answered 5/22/2016

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