Peripheral neuropathies: The Daily PANCE Blueprint

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Peripheral neuropathy typically presents as symmetric, sensory symptoms in a “stocking-and-glove” pattern, starting in the toes and progressing upward over time. Early symptoms include numbness, tingling, and burning, with about one-third of patients experiencing neuropathic pain (e.g., stabbing, electric, or burning sensations). Diagnosis relies primarily on a thorough history and physical exam, focusing on onset, distribution, medications, toxins, and systemic diseases.