Nerves control every activity of the body and even minor damage to the nerves can have serious impact on the life of the affected person. There are several things that can cause damage to the nerves.

Autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis,lupus and inflammatory disease are among these. Cancer can also cause damage to the nerves. Injury and trauma can also cause the damage. Diabetes is also among the probable causes. Some infectious diseases like the Lyme disease, hepatitis C, HIV and Herpes virus can also damage the nerves.