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Radial neuropathy
Human disease / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Radial neuropathy is a type of mononeuropathy which results from acute trauma to the radial nerve that extends the length of the arm.[3] It is known as transient paresthesia when sensation is temporarily abnormal.[4]
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Radial neuropathy | |
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Other names | Radial mononeuropathy, Saturday night palsy |
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The suprascapular, axillary, and radial nerves. | |
Specialty | Neurology ![]() |
Symptoms | Wrist drop[1] |
Causes | Broken bone, Direct nerve injury[2] |
Diagnostic method | MRI, Ultrasound[3] |
Treatment | Corticosteroid, Pain medication[2] |
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