Etymed
autonomic neuropathy
Definition
A disease affecting the autonomic nervous system
Clinical context
A 58-year-old diabetic patient presents with orthostatic hypotension, gastroparesis, and urinary retention. Physical examination reveals delayed pupillary response to light and abnormal sweating patterns. These signs collectively point to widespread dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system affecting multiple organ systems.
Mnemonic
AUTO - Abnormal Orthostatic blood pressure, Urinary retention, Temperature dysregulation, Oculomotor dysfunction