What is large fiber axonal neuropathy?
Large fiber axonal neuropathy is one type of peripheral neuropathy. The large fiber nerves are responsible for the sensation for vibration and proprioception. Characteristics of large fiber axonal neuropathy is impaired or absent sensation of vibration, weakness, and a feeling of pins and needles.
How do members experience large fiber axonal neuropathy?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with large fiber axonal neuropathy*
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Top treatments taken by people for large fiber axonal neuropathy*
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Who has large fiber axonal neuropathy on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 14 | |
| 60s | 16 | |
| 70+ | 18 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 20 | |
| Female | 32 |
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