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This is more than foot or hand weakness—this is Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
CIDP is a condition that affects the nerves, which leads to muscle weakness. It can cause symptoms such as foot and hand weakness, numb or tingling fingers and toes, and difficulty walking. Understanding how the condition impacts you or a loved one may help you identify and better manage CIDP.
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What brings you here?
Whether you are living with CIDP or have recently been diagnosed, managing a chronic and progressive condition can be challenging. That's why we've created a wide range of tools and resources to help you along your journey.
CIDP is rare and can be mistaken for other conditions, so it's important to talk to your doctor about the symptoms you've been experiencing to find out if it could be CIDP. A wide range of tools and resources are ready to help you better understand CIDP and prepare for a discussion with your doctor.
Your loved one's CIDP diagnosis, or potential diagnosis, can be challenging to navigate. That's why we've created a wide range of tools and resources to help you and your loved one move forward.
What can we help you do today?
Learn how to manage CIDP
Partnering with medical professionals is an important part of managing CIDP. Learn about the people who may make up your care team and get suggestions for discussing management expectations with them.
LEARN HOWTrack your symptoms and management experience
Regularly tracking your symptoms can help you and your doctor see how your CIDP management plan is going. This tool helps you keep a weekly record of your CIDP management, how you're feeling, and anything else you'd like to discuss with your doctor. After you've filled it out, bring it to your next appointment.
Hear from others living with CIDP
Having a rare disease like CIDP can feel isolating, but please know that you're not alone. We've spoken to people with CIDP all across the country, and we're in awe of their strength and optimism. Want to meet a few?
Meet Mark, Christina + MaddyFind a neurologist
If you suspect you may have CIDP, finding a neurologist is a good first step towards getting the answers you're looking for.
FIND A NEUROLOGISTPlan for a doctor's visit
Organizing your thoughts ahead of time can help make the most of your time with your doctor. This checklist can help you prepare for your appointment by giving you a list of CIDP symptoms that you may be experiencing and a place to write down anything else you'd like to discuss.
Learn about the symptoms of CIDP
Whether you suspect your loved one has CIDP or they have a confirmed diagnosis, it can help to understand the symptoms that come with the condition.
READ MOREUnderstand how CIDP is diagnosed
CIDP is rare and can be mistaken for other conditions, making it difficult to diagnose. Learn about other conditions that are often mistaken for CIDP to help you spot the differences and find out which tests are used to diagnose CIDP.
READ MORELearn about the symptoms of CIDP
Whether you suspect your loved one has CIDP or they have a confirmed diagnosis, it can help to understand the symptoms that come with the condition.
READ MOREHelp your loved one prepare for a doctor's appointment
Organizing your thoughts ahead of time can help make the most of a doctor's appointment. This checklist can help your loved one prepare by providing a place to write down what they've been experiencing and anything else they'd like to discuss.
Hear from others living with CIDP
If you're wondering whether you might have CIDP, hearing about other people's experiences with the condition might help you recognize some of your own symptoms. Remember, only a doctor can say for certain whether you have CIDP, so be sure to talk to a medical professional for a proper diagnosis.
Meet Mark, Christina + MaddyFind a neurologist
If you suspect your loved one may have CIDP, finding a neurologist is a good first step towards understanding what might be behind their symptoms.
FIND A NEUROLOGIST
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How is CIDP diagnosed?
If you think you might have
CIDP
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP)
(how to say it: krah-nuhk in-flah-muh-tur-ee dee-MY-uh-luh-nay-ting pah-lee-nur-AH-puh-thee)
Definition:
A rare disorder of the peripheral nerves characterized by gradually increasing sensory loss and weakness associated with loss of reflexes.
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, learn what to expect on the diagnosis journey.
How is CIDP managed?
Learn the importance of working with your healthcare team to better manage CIDP.
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A checklist for your next medical appointment. A way to track your symptoms. We've got these resources for you and more.
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