Disease or Syndrome
autonomic neuropathy
au·to·nom·ic neu·rop·a·thy
Definitions related to autonomic neuropathy:
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An inherited or acquired peripheral neuropathy affecting the autonomic nervous system. It results in disruption of the involuntary body functions. Inherited causes include Fabry disease and porphyrias. Acquired causes include diabetes, uremia, hepatic disorders, vitamin deficiencies, toxins, and drug toxicities.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Damage to the nerves that control involuntary body functions, such as digestion, heart rate, and bladder and bowel function.Harvard Dictionary of Health TermsHarvard Medical Publishing, 2011
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Autonomic neuropathies are peripheral nerve disorders with disproportionate involvement of autonomic fibers. The best known autonomic neuropathies are those accompanying peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes, amyloidosis, or autoimmune disorders.Merck & Co., Inc., 2020
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Autonomic neuropathies are a collection of syndromes and diseases affecting the autonomic neurons, either parasympathetic or sympathetic, or both. Autonomic neuropathies can be hereditary or acquired in nature.WebMD, 2019
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Autonomic neuropathy occurs when the nerves that control involuntary bodily functions are damaged. It can affect blood pressure, temperature control, digestion, bladder function and even sexual function.Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
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