Myelin is a layer of insulation surrounding nerve fibers; it is made from proteins and fats that allow quick transmission of impulses. Damage to the myelin in turn damages peripheral nerves and slows down these impulses, which is what happens to people with multiple sclerosis. Biotin deficiency causes paresthesia: random, abnormal skin sensations, such as tingling, prickling, or burning.

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