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Does hypothyroidism causes peripheral neuropathy? Because I have hypothyroidism and have symptoms of peripheral neuropathy.
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It may cause if too high tsh.
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It may be due to vitamin b12 deficiency.
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Peripheral neuropathy may be caused by severe, long-term, untreated hypothyroidism. Although the association between hypothyroidism and peripheral neuropathy isn't fully understood, it's known that hypothyroidism can cause fluid retention resulting in swollen tissues that exert pressure on peripheral nerves.
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