{"id":1476,"date":"2018-06-13T17:58:20","date_gmt":"2018-06-13T17:58:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=1476"},"modified":"2024-06-26T14:11:07","modified_gmt":"2024-06-26T08:41:07","slug":"all-about-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/all-about-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/all-about-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy\/#Diabetic_Peripheral_Neuropathy_Causes\" title=\"Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes\">Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/all-about-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy\/#Diabetic_Peripheral_Neuropathy_Symptoms_Risks\" title=\"Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Symptoms &amp; Risks\">Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Symptoms &amp; Risks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/all-about-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathy\/#Treatment\" title=\"Treatment\">Treatment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic neuropathy is a condition in diabetes that damages the nerves. High blood sugar levels can cause severe damage to your body, especially your legs and feet. It is a common phenomenon amongst people who have had diabetes for a long time. Moreover, it is of 4 types: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy, Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy, Diabetic Focal Neuropathy, and Diabetic Proximal Neuropathy.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F1476\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic neuropathy can be really painful and disabling. However, it is possible to prevent or at least slow down the progress through consistent blood sugar management and a healthy lifestyle.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article will talk about diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Now, you must be wondering what peripheral neuropathy is? Peripheral neuropathy is a condition when there is nerve damage to the feet and legs and, in some cases, the hand. It is most prevalent in people who find it challenging to manage their blood sugar levels.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peripheral neuropathy treatment is important as nerve damage can cause problems with balance and coordination, which can even lead to falls and fractures.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetic_Peripheral_Neuropathy_Causes\"><\/span><b>Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Causes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two of the most significant factors responsible for diabetic peripheral neuropathy are <\/span><b>high blood sugar levels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>high amounts of fat <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(triglycerides). They can damage the nerves as well as the small blood vessels that nourish the nerves.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some other causes-<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Alcohol Addiction<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Poor dietary choices of people with alcoholism can lead to vitamin deficiency.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Medications<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Certain heavy-dose medicines like those for cancer treatment can be a cause.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Infections<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Certain viral infections, bacterial infections, or hepatitis can, in some cases, lead to becoming a cause as well.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Other diseases<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Kidney disease, liver disease, or underactive thyroid has in cases been identified as a cause for peripheral neuropathy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment of peripheral neuropathy hence becomes extremely important.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetic_Peripheral_Neuropathy_Symptoms_Risks\"><\/span><b>Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Symptoms &amp; Risks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The earliest sign of diabetic neuropathy usually includes numbness and pain in the feet or hands. Over a period of time, peripheral neuropathy symptoms may worsen, leading to muscle weakness and loss of reflexes primarily around the ankle.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The loss of sensation in the feet can cause a reduction in the ability to detect wounds or pain. Since there is a loss in sensation, therefore, diabetic foot care becomes even more essential as chances of foot problems and infection increase.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treatment\"><\/span><b>Treatment<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"335\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_675026674.jpg\" alt=\"Healthy diet for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy\" class=\"wp-image-9979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_675026674.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_675026674-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/shutterstock_675026674-420x235.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic neuropathy treatment is ideal for reducing discomfort and reducing further tissue damage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manage blood sugar levels by managing what you eat and making sure you portion your consumptions.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular exercise is equally important, as a sedentary lifestyle is the primary cause of diabetes in the majority of people.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic socks help protect the feet from ulcers, wounds, or cuts leading to further infections and complications.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foot care in diabetes is essential. Make sure you look out for orthopedic footwear.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Read More:<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetic-nephropathy-prevention-and-treatment\/\"><em> Diabetic Nephropathy: Prevention and Treatment<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult BeatO&#8217;s health coach for free and control your diabetes. <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.healtharx.beato&amp;hl=en_IN&amp;gl=US\">Download the BeatO app<\/a>!<br>Check your blood sugar level with <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.beatoapp.com\/products\/beato-curv-glucometer-free-strips-lancets-type-c-usb-connector-not-compatible-with-ios?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=english_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=CurvGluco\">Beato Glucometer <\/a>today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":9978,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[7],"class_list":["post-1476","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diabetes-basics","tag-diabetes-care"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1476"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1476"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1476\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":33409,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1476\/revisions\/33409"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9978"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1476"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1476"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1476"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}