Publication at First Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport |
2016
Abstract
Peripheral neuropathies are a heterogeneous group of peripheral nerve diseases. The most common cause is diabetes mellitus that presents with frequent micturition, urgency, and/or urge incontinence in the initial phases.
If untreated, lower urinary tract disease can be manifested by progressive loss of sensitivity, increasing residuum, and even urinary retention. Rarer causes of peripheral neuropathy and lower urinary tract dysfunction include, for instance, Guillain-Barré syndrome, hyperthyroidism, HIV, herpes simplex virus, or alcohol abuse.
Initial diagnosis is generally non-invasive. Invasive examination methods are used when primary treatment fails.
The treatment is dominated by pharmacological and behavioural therapies.