Peripheral Nervous System Manifestations of Infectious Diseases. (October 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Brizzi, Kate T.; Lyons, Jennifer L.
• Other Names: Lyons Jennifer guest-editor.
• Is Part Of: Neurohospitalist. Volume 4:Number 4(2014:Oct.)
• Page Start: 230
• Page End: 240
• Publication Date: 2014-10
• Subjects: peripheral nervous system -- neuropathy -- radiculopathy -- infectious disease -- antibiotics -- antivirals; Nervous system -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Neurology -- Periodicals; 616.8
• DOI: 10.1177/1941874414535215
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1941-8744

Abstract

Infectious causes of peripheral nervous system (PNS) disease are underrecognized but potentially treatable. Heightened awareness educed by advanced understanding of the presentations and management of these infections can aid diagnosis and facilitate treatment. In this review, we discuss the clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of common bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections that affect the PNS. We additionally detail PNS side effects of some frequently used antimicrobial agents.