5 Facts you should know about

Chronic immune demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP)

CIDP is a neurological disorder that causes progressive weakness and impaired sensory function in the legs and arms

Symptoms often include tingling or numbness (first in the toes and fingers), weakness of the arms and legs, loss of deep tendon reflexes, fatigue, and abnormal sensations

Pain, difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), and double vision are other possible symptoms

CIDP is closely related to Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and is considered the "chronic counterpart" of GBS

30% of people with CIDP will progress to wheelchair dependence if left untreated

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