What is Diabetic Neuropathy?
Diabetic neuropathy is a nerve disorder commonly caused by diabetes. Over time, high blood sugar levels from diabetes can damage nerves throughout your body.

There are several types of diabetic neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy is the most common form of diabetic neuropathy. It results from damage to the peripheral nervous system. It reduces your ability to sense pain, touch, temperature, and vibration in certain parts of the body and may sometimes affect movement and muscle strength. It most often affects the feet and lower legs and may contribute to serious foot problems, such as ulcers, infection, and bone and joint deformities.

The nerve pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy is often significant and constant. It may start as a tingling sensation, followed by numbness and pain.

How Peoplefit can help
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