But it doesn’t stop there. Small fiber neuropathy can also mess with how your whole nervous system works. This can show up as:
- Abnormal sweating: Either too much or too little.
- Gut dysfunction: Problems with digestion and bowel movements.
- Bladder control issues: Difficulty holding urine or emptying the bladder.
- Heart problems: Such as irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) or a fast heart rate (tachycardia).
What causes this kind of neuropathy? There are quite a few culprits, including:
- Diabetes
- Autoimmune conditions where the body attacks its own nerves
- Viral or bacterial infections
- Heavy
