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GlossaryDiabetic Neuropathy

nerve damage caused by high blood sugar levels in diabetes

Diabetic Neuropathy, also known as Diabetic Nerve Damage, is a type of nerve damage that can occur in people with diabetes. High blood sugar levels over time can injure nerves throughout the body, but diabetic neuropathy most often damages nerves in the legs and feet. Symptoms can include pain, tingling, numbness, and loss of sensation, which can lead to serious complications like foot ulcers and infections.

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research Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Diabetic Neuropathy May Be Involved in the Development of Neuropathic Pain via a Reduction in Neurosteroid Synthesis

4 citations, April 2017 in “F1000Research”

Mitochondrial problems in diabetic nerve damage might cause pain by lowering the production of certain nerve-related steroids.

research Mitochondrial Dysfunction in an Animal Model of Diabetic Neuropathy Is Associated with a Reduction of Neurosteroid Synthesis

1 citations, March 2018 in “F1000Research”

Diabetic neuropathy in mice is linked to poor mitochondria function and lower brain hormone production.

research Cutaneous Manifestations of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

11 citations, January 2017 in “Dermato-endocrinology”

Skin and nail problems like hair loss, dry skin, and fungal infections are common in people with long-term Type 2 Diabetes and can be prevented with good blood sugar control and foot care.

research A Dramatic Case of Diabetic Gustatory Hyperhidrosis Successfully Treated with Topical Glycopyrrolate

October 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports”

Topical glycopyrrolate lotion helped reduce excessive sweating from eating in a diabetic man.

research Sodium Valproate for Painful Peripheral Neuropathy in Diabetic Patients

September 2018 in “Practical diabetes”

Sodium valproate is not recommended as a first-line treatment for neuropathy but may be used in resistant cases.

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