Topiramate-induced Neuropathy Mimicking Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Case Report

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  • Michael Rivlin Rothman Institute, Division of Hand Surgery, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Abstract:

Carpel tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition in which median nerve compression results in paresthesias and pain in thewrist and hand. We are going to report a rare case of topiramate-induced neuropathy which clinically resembles CTS.Discontinuation of topiramate resulted in spontaneous resolution of numbness, paresthesia and pain in a few days. Highclinical suspicion is advised in patients who are on topiramate and present with signs of compressive neuropathy.

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Journal title

volume 6  issue 1

pages  78- 81

publication date 2018-01-01

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