What is brachial plexus injury?
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that conducts signals from the spinal cord. Injuries or damage to the brachial plexus can occur as a result of shoulder trauma, tumors, or inflammation.
How do members experience brachial plexus injury?
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Who has brachial plexus injury on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 2 | |
| 30s | 11 | |
| 40s | 19 | |
| 50s | 15 | |
| 60s | 18 | |
| 70+ | 6 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 26 | |
| Female | 44 |
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