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Small Fiber Neuropathy

Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN) is a condition that affects the small nerve fibers responsible for carrying pain and temperature signals and controlling certain automatic body functions. Damage to these small fibers can lead to chronic pain, burning sensations, tingling, numbness, and temperature sensitivity.

SFN is increasingly recognized in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD), Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME). Many patients experience widespread pain, skin sensitivity, or unusual sensations that don’t show up on standard nerve tests but can be confirmed with specialized testing like a skin biopsy.

Treating SFN often focuses on managing pain, addressing underlying causes when possible, and using medications or lifestyle strategies that calm the nervous system.

You can complete this screening list to see if you have symptoms commonly associated with Small Fiber Neuropathy (SFN).

Understanding EDS and Connective Tissue disorders from a deeper level

Explore the cellular mechanics of Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) and other Connective Tissue Disorders (CTDs) with this informative video playlist by Patricia Stott, PT. [Blue Button: Watch Playlist on YouTube] Prefer an audio summary? Listen to an AI-generated deep dive of all videos below either the 6 min short or a more in depth 21 min summary. [Clear Button: Listen to AI Summary]

Multisystem Disorder Sources

Here is a list of the articles and an AI review of all the scientific studies that substantiate the information discussed in the understand pain section.