Neuropathy
Pronunciation: /ˈnʊroʊˌpæθiː/
Neuropathy (noun)
- A condition where nerves are damaged or not working well, causing pain, numbness, weakness, or tingling.
- A general name for many disorders that affect the peripheral nerves or the way signals travel through them.
Examples
- Neuropathy can cause numbness in the feet.
- The doctor explained neuropathy as nerve damage illness.