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Neuropathy is a "nerve pain" condition. It's symptoms include any one or combination of:
- burning
- numbness
- tingling
- creepy crawly "bugs" feeling
- aching
- pinching
- and many more!
Diabetes is NOT the only cause of neuropathy. Other causes include:
- Injury, even minor injury, such as a twist or pull injury
- Muscle injury (such as after a blood clot)
- Back / spinal cord injury
- Previous surgery
- Chemotherapy
- exposure to chemicals or heavy metals
- and many more
Neuropathy is often misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and mismanaged. See related link.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoResearchers believe that the process of nerve damage is related to high glucose concentrations in the blood that could cause chemical changes in nerves, disrupting their ability to effectively send messages
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∙ 13y agoControl of chronic diseases such as diabetes may also reduce the chances of developing peripheral neuropathy
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What does treatment of diabetic neuropathy focus on?
usually focused on treating the symptoms associated with the neuropathy and addressing the underlying cause by improving the control of blood sugar levels, which may heal the early stages of neuropathy
How and when to start a diabetic neuropathy?
Diabetic neuropathy is a sever disorder that will happen to those with diabetes who do not maintain their health. It is not something that any one should want to start. It can cause some serious health issues even death.
Why would someone have diabetic neuropathy?
A person may have diabetic neuropathy because their high blood sugar causes damage to nerves. This can be temporary or permanent, depending on the extent and scale of damage.
Can Diabetic neuropathy cause muscle twitching or spasms in fingers?
It can, although peripheral neuropathy usually occurs first in the feet.
Does diabetic neuropathy treatment have any risks?
The treatment plan for diabetic neuropathy depends on your symptoms and the type of neuropathy that you have. Treatment focuses on reducing current symptoms and preventing the condition from getting worse.
What is the standard treatment protocol for diabetic neuropathy?
Often, oral medications are prescribed to treat diabetic neuropathy. These medications can include anti-depressants. Duloxetine and pregabalin are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration specifically for treating painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Why would a person need diabetic neuropathy treatment?
If they have damaged nerves in their feet from the diabetes, diabetic neuropathy treatment may help with that or nerve damage to their autoimmune system. The best treatment is to track your blood sugar levels and make sure they are where they should be.
What is the code for diabetic peripheral neuropathy?
250.60 and 357.2
Where can i learn more about a non diabetic neuropathy?
Neuropathy refers to nerve damage. It can affect all of your nerves in addition to muscles, organs, and joints.It makes your body weak and there are many possible causes. Perphaps this site may help http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4912859_what-causes-nondiabetic-neuropathy.html
Should you see a doctor if you have diabetic neuropathy?
Yes, you should immediatly go see a doctor if you have diabetic neuropathy. Not being treated could result in the loss of a limb or the loss your life.
Which of the following is NOT a common underlying cause of diabetic skin ulcers A. Poor circulation B. Pressure points C. Neuropathy D. Dermatitis?
d
How common is diabetic neuropathy?
The longer a person has diabetes, the more likely the development of one or more forms of neuropathy. Approximately 60-70% of patients with diabetes have neuropathy
