Loss of Sensation of Temperature

General or Other | Neurology | Loss of Sensation of Temperature (Symptom)


Description

The loss of pain and/or temperature sensation can accompany any condition that damages the nerve pathways responsible for receiving, transmitting, or processing external stimuli. Therefore, problems with the peripheral nerves in the body as well as conditions affecting the brain or spinal cord may result in the loss of temperature sensation.

Causes

A wide variety of conditions, ranging from tumours to chronic diseases to infections, can cause damage to the nerves, thus resulting in loss of sensation.

Diagnosis and Treatment

When loss of sensation occurs in the setting of peripheral neuropathy (damage to the peripheral nerves in the body), antidepressant and antiseizure medications are sometimes used for relief.

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