Guest guest Posted November 4, 2006 Report Posted November 4, 2006 Peggy, We here at , refer to Charcot Marie Tooth syndrome which is one form of 'peripheral neuropathy'. Peripheral Neuropathy is a generalized term and covers alot of ground - inherited, acquired 'neuropathies', diabetes related 'neuropathy', HIV related 'neuropathy', for starters, even Frederich's Ataxia is another 'type' of peripheral neuropathy often mimicking our CMT. Here's some CMT info to get you started: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/charcot-marie-tooth- disease/DS00557/DSECTION=1 http://www.neurologychannel.com/charcot/ There is an array of neurological tests, both manual, electrical, and DNA that can pinpoint CMT for the most part. Also family history comes into play. However, CMT can affect us all differently, depending on our unique genetic code, but you will find us talking alot about commonalities such as nerve burning or electrical type shocks, tingling, lack of balanace, fatigue, and more. ~ Gretchen Quote
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