Peripheral neuropathy: This condition involves inflammation of the peripheral nerves, causing symptoms such as numbness, tingling, muscle weakness, pain, and coordination issues.
Nerve compression: At times, a nerve can become compressed or pinched, often due to conditions like herniated discs, carpal tunnel syndrome, or a pinched nerve in the back. This can result in pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the area innervated by the affected nerve.
Guillain-Barré syndrome: This systemic condition occurs when the immune system attacks the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness, numbness, tingling, and, in severe cases, paralysis. It can even affect vital functions such as breathing.
Motor neuron diseases: These are conditions that affect the motor nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain stem, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and multiple sclerosis (MS). They cause progressive muscle weakness, paralysis, and eventually breathing difficulties.
Herpes zoster (shingles): This viral infection can cause inflammation of the peripheral nerves, resulting in painful blisters and a burning sensation in the affected area.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive, and there are other conditions that can affect the peripheral nervous system.