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Hereditary neuropathy

Hereditary neuropathy

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Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy is a disease of the nerves passed down in a family.

Dr. Robert Kwok reviewed this

35 year experience in Pediatrics

Is a type of:

Neuropathy • Peripheral neuropathy

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare

Body locations

Leg, Arm

Types of

Charcot marie tooth
Condition
Peroneal muscular atrophy
Condition

Symptoms

Weakness
Reduced reflexes
Generalized weakness
High arches
Difficulty walking
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Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Hereditary neuropathy

Surgery

Orthopedic surgery

Other treatments

Exercise or physical activity
Physical therapy
Occupational therapy

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