Neurology

Statins may increase the risk of nerve damage. But benefits still far outweigh the risk of neuropathy, which remains very low.

Diabetes mellitus appears to be associated with a markedly increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but only in men. Said, Steven D. Edland, Ph.D., at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Neurology.

Although statins have been linked to increased risk of myopathy, an article in the May 14 issue of Neurology suggests that peripheral neuropathy may also be a delayed adverse effect.

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