Term info
database cross reference
- UMLS:C1864696
- SNOMEDCT_US:249942005
- UMLS:C0427065
comment
Typically, at onset the lower limbs are more affected than upper limbs. The distribution of weakness is often roughly symmetric.
definition
Reduced strength of the musculature of the distal extremities.
has alternative id
HP:0003497, HP:0002935, HP:0009008, HP:0006940, HP:0002598
has exact synonym
Weakness of outermost muscles, Distal limb weakness, Muscle weakness, distal limbs, due to neuronopathy, Distal muscular weakness, Weakness of distal muscles, Muscle weakness, distal, Distal limb muscle weakness, Distal paresis
has related synonym
Distal limb muscle weakness due to peripheral neuropathy
id
HP:0002460