balance can suffer.
Possible signs include:
* stumbling more often
* feeling unstable in the dark
* difficulty walking on uneven ground
* frequently catching your toes
* needing to hold onto furniture
Balance problems can also come from inner-ear disorders, medications, vision problems, muscle weakness, or neurological conditions.
## 7. Increased Sensitivity to Touch
Nerve changes do not always reduce sensation.
Sometimes they make normal sensations feel unusually painful.
A person may find that:
* bedsheets touching the feet hurt
* socks feel uncomfortable
* light touch causes burning
* minor pressure feels painful
This exaggerated response to touch can occur with neuropathic pain.
## 8. Symptoms That Are Worse at Night
Many people with peripheral nerve symptoms notice that tingling, burning, or pain becomes more noticeable at night.
Possible reasons include:
* fewer distractions
* changes in position
* pressure on certain nerves
* heightened awareness of sensations while resting
Nighttime symptoms can interfere with sleep and make
