What are the symptoms of neuralgia?
Disease description:
My mother has recently been experiencing severe leg pain. After going to the hospital for examination, the doctor said it was caused by neuralgia. May I ask, what are the symptoms of neuralgia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
The symptoms of neuralgia vary greatly and mainly include the following aspects:
1. Pain: The primary symptom of neuralgia is pain, which may manifest as stabbing, burning, electric shock-like pain, or numbness. This pain is typically localized but can also radiate along the distribution area of the affected nerve.
2. Sensory abnormalities: Patients may experience abnormal sensations such as altered touch, temperature perception, or pressure sensitivity, including hypersensitivity or reduced sensation, and in some cases, temperature dysregulation may occur.
3. Motor dysfunction: Some types of neuralgia may cause muscle weakness and motor impairments, affecting the patient's daily activities.
4. Autonomic nervous system symptoms: Certain neuralgias may lead to symptoms related to the autonomic nervous system, such as excessive sweating, increased heart rate, and elevated blood pressure.
5. Psychological symptoms: Long-term neuralgia may lead to emotional changes, including irritability, depression, and anxiety.
6. Complications: Chronic neuralgia may result in serious complications such as depression and cerebral edema, significantly affecting the patient's physical and mental health.
