What is Neuropathy? Explained by Dr. S. Srija, Neurologist in Chirala
Dr. S. Srija — Neurologist, Sri Gorantla Super Speciality Hospital, Chirala
Our brain constantly sends signals to every part of our body — our hands, feet, heart, and internal organs. The nerves that carry these signals from the brain to the rest of the body are called Peripheral Nerves.
When these peripheral nerves get damaged or stop working properly, the condition is called Peripheral Neuropathy — commonly known as Neuropathy.
3 Types of Peripheral Nerves
As explained by Dr. S. Srija, peripheral nerves are of 3 types — each controlling a different function in our body:
1. Motor Nerves — These nerves control our body movements. They carry signals from the brain to our muscles. When motor nerves are damaged, you may experience muscle weakness or difficulty walking.
2. Sensory Nerves — These nerves carry feelings like touch, pain, heat, and cold from the body back to the brain. When sensory nerves are damaged, you may feel tingling, burning, or numbness — especially in hands and feet.
3. Autonomic Nerves — These nerves control automatic body functions that happen without us thinking — like heartbeat, blood pressure, digestion, and sweating. When autonomic nerves are damaged, these functions get affected.
"The nerves that carry signals from our brain to our entire body are called Peripheral Nerves. Damage to these nerves is called Peripheral Neuropathy — and early treatment is the key to recovery."
- Dr. S. Srija, Neurologist, Sri Gorantla Super Speciality Hospital, Chirala
Watch — Dr. S. Srija Explains Neuropathy in Telugu
Dr. S. Srija, our neurology specialist at Sri Gorantla Hospital Chirala, has explained peripheral neuropathy in simple Telugu. Watch the full video here:
At Sri Gorantla Super Speciality Hospital in Chirala, Dr. S. Srija and our neurology team are experienced in diagnosing and treating all types of peripheral neuropathy. Early diagnosis gives the best results — do not ignore the signs.
