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 Peripheral neuropathy is a side effect of some HIV meds (particularly the "d" drugs) and can be caused by HIV itself. Thus the evaluation and management of peripheral neuropathy can be challenging-often it is helpful to have an interested neurologist involved. HIV is a neurotropic virus which can cause direct damage to nerve cells (the mechanism of that damage is still uncertain). KH | ||||||||
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