Peripheral neuropathy in neonates can be attributed to several factors, including genetic disorders, metabolic conditions, infections, and trauma during birth. Some specific causes include:
- Genetic Disorders: Conditions like Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease or hereditary motor and sensory neuropathies can lead to peripheral nerve damage. - Metabolic Conditions: Disorders such as diabetes or hypothyroidism can affect nerve function. - Infections: Congenital infections like cytomegalovirus (CMV) or toxoplasmosis can lead to nerve damage. - Birth Trauma: Physical trauma during delivery, such as brachial plexus injury, can result in neuropathy.
