What is nondiabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy?
Nondiabetic Lumbosacral Radiculoplexus Neuropathy (LPRN) is characterized by debilitating pain, weakness, and atrophy commonly affecting the proximal thigh muscles asymmetrically. It is thought to be caused by an inflammatory vasculitic process. Treatment with immunosuppressants may be helpful.
How do members experience nondiabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with nondiabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy*
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
*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.
Top treatments taken by people for nondiabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy*
Who has nondiabetic lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathy on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 7 | |
| 50s | 7 | |
| 60s | 8 | |
| 70+ | 8 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 | |
| Female | 26 |