ACROPARESTHESIA: Definition, History, and References
Abstract
Acroparesthesia is a condition characterized by a feeling of numbness, tingling, and/or burning in the extremities. This condition is typically caused by nerve damage, either from a physical injury or an underlying medical condition. This article provides an overview of acroparesthesia, including its definition, history, and references.
Introduction
Acroparesthesia is a sensory disorder characterized by numbness, tingling, and/or burning sensations in the extremities. This condition is typically caused by nerve damage, either from a physical injury or an underlying medical condition. Acroparesthesia is a common symptom of nerve damage and can affect any part of the body, but is most commonly seen in the hands and feet. This article provides an overview of acroparesthesia, including its definition, history, and references.
Definition
Acroparesthesia is a sensory disorder characterized by numbness, tingling, and/or burning sensations in the extremities. The sensations can range from mild to severe and can be localized to one area or may be felt over a larger area. The sensation can be constant or it may come and go. Acroparesthesia can be a symptom of nerve damage from a physical injury or an underlying medical condition, such as diabetes or multiple sclerosis.
History
The term “acroparesthesia” was first used by the German neurologist Carl Wernicke in 1881. Wernicke identified the condition as “acroparesthesia”, a term derived from the Greek words “acro” (meaning extremities) and “paresthesia” (meaning abnormal sensation). Since then, the condition has been studied and discussed in medical literature.
References
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2. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. (2020). Peripheral Neuropathy. Retrieved from https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Peripheral-Neuropathy-Information-Page
3. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2020). Neuropathy (Nerve Damage) and Diabetes. Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/preventing-problems/nerve-damage-diabetes
4. National Multiple Sclerosis Society. (2020). Peripheral Neuropathy. Retrieved from https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Symptoms-Diagnosis/MS-Symptoms/Peripheral-Neuropathy