Overview

This module will take approximately 30 minutes to complete and includes the following elements. 

• Background
  • Prevalence, causes, risk factors, complications and prognosis
  • Diagnosis
    • How to assess a person with possible peripheral neuropathy
    • Differential diagnoses
• Management
  • Referral strategy
• An optional quiz to assess your learning from the course
• A case study
• An audit suggestion
• A list of useful links and resources for further reading

Goals

During this course you will learn:

• What is meant by the term sensory neuropathy.
• How common the issue is in primary care.
• The range of potential diagnoses and differential diagnoses.
• How to manage the condition in primary care, including managing neuropathic pain.
• Referral strategy.
• Where to look for further help and advice.

Audit Suggestions

Topics covered