What nerve symptoms can feel like
Peripheral nerve problems may cause burning, tingling, numbness or weakness. Symptoms can affect sensation, movement or balance.
Finding the cause
Possible causes include diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, medicines and immune conditions. A clinician may recommend an examination, blood tests or nerve studies.
Protecting your wellbeing
Report persistent symptoms and protect areas with reduced sensation from injury. Rapid weakness or breathing difficulty needs emergency assessment.
Further reading
Patient information from the NHS. This is an educational reference, not evidence of a completed clinical review of this article.
This information is educational and does not replace individual medical advice. Educational content is awaiting clinical review; it has not been marked as medically reviewed. For a medical emergency in India, call 112.
