Multiple mononeuropathy is a nervous system disorder that involves damage to at least two separate nerve areas. Neuropathy means damage to a peripheral nerve.
Mononeuritis multiplex; Mononeuropathy multiplex; Multifocal neuropathy; Peripheral neuropathy - mononeuritis multiplex
Multiple mononeuropathy is a form of damage to one or more peripheral nerves. These are the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. It is a group of symptoms (syndrome), not a disease.
However, certain diseases can cause the injury or nerve damage that leads to the symptoms of multiple mononeuropathy. Common conditions include:
Less common causes include:
Symptoms depend on the specific nerves involved, and may include:
The goals of treatment are to:
To improve independence, treatments may include:
Safety is an important for people with sensation or movement problems. Lack of muscle control and decreased sensation may increase the risk for falls or injuries. Safety measures include:
Check shoes often for grit or rough spots that may injure the feet.
People with decreased sensation should check their feet (or other affected area) often for bruises, open skin areas, or other injuries that may go unnoticed. These injuries may become severely damaged or infected because the pain nerves of the area are not signaling the injury.
People with multiple mononeuropathy are prone to new nerve injuries at pressure points such as the knees and elbows. They should avoid putting pressure on these areas, for example, by not leaning on the elbows, crossing the knees, or holding similar positions for long periods.
Medicines that may help include:
Marco Luigetti practices in Roma, Italy. Luigetti is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Mononeuropathy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Multiple Mononeuropathy, Primary Amyloidosis, and Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis.
Michiaki Koga practices in Yamaguchi, Japan. Koga is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Mononeuropathy. They are also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Their top areas of expertise are Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, Multiple Mononeuropathy, Encephalitis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
Manuel Pires practices in Porto, Portugal. Pires is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Multiple Mononeuropathy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Mononeuropathy, Cytoplasmic Body Myopathy, Familial Transthyretin Amyloidosis, and Primary Amyloidosis.
A full recovery is possible if the cause is found and treated, and if the nerve damage is limited. Some people have no disability. Others have a partial or complete loss of movement, function, or sensation.
Complications may include:
Contact your provider if you notice signs of multiple mononeuropathy.
Preventive measures depend on the specific disorder. For example, with diabetes, eating healthy foods and keeping a tight control of blood sugar may help prevent multiple mononeuropathy from developing.
Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Amit M. Shelat, DO, FACP, FAAN, Attending Neurologist and Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology, Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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