Department of Nursing, University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing, USA
Research Article
Patterns and Correlates of Physical Symptoms among
People with Peripheral Neuropathy
Author(s): Miyong T Kim*, Nicole Murry, Jacklyn Hecht, Tara Hutson, Tonychris Nnaka, Tiffany Ewere, Elizabeth Heitkemper, Emily T Hebert, Kavita Radhakrishnan and Alexa Stuifbergen
Background: As the population ages and more people are affected by multiple chronic conditions, the prevalence of Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) has also rapidly
increased. This swift rise in PN leaves clinicians and patients challenged by a lack of consistent diagnosis and treatment guidelines.
Purpose: To assist those affected by PN, it is imperative to understand the breadth of symptoms, experiences, and factors related to the quality of life. The primary
aims of this study are to (1) characterize the symptoms of PN in a nationwide sample; (2) discern differences in symptom clusters, given perceived causes of PN;
and (3) identify significant physiological symptoms related to the quality of life for people with PN.
Methods: An online survey of people in online PN support groups. Participants were recruited prima.. Read More»
DOI:
10.4172/2329-6895.10.11.523
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