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More Diabetic Neuropathy Information

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I HAVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH DIABETIC NEUROPATHY. I WAS TOLD IT IS MORE IN MY UPPER EXTREMETIES, NOT MY LOWER ONES.

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DIABETIC NEUROPATHY
By Anonymous on November 16, 2011 - 11:34am
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Today I came across a study which found that children with type I diabetes who watched four hours or more of TV per day had higher glucose levels than children that watched less TV.

Watching TV Can Raise Blood Sugar Levels for Diabetic Children
By Dr. Daemon Jones Expert HERWriter on October 6, 2011 - 12:31pm
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When you look at your family history, does it include diabetes?

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Diabetes Rates Double Since 1980
By Dr. Carrie Jones Expert HERWriter on June 29, 2011 - 9:09pm
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You don’t have to go very far to hear someone’s pain about a serious health condition.

Diabetes at the Dog Park
By Andrew Schorr HERWriter on August 13, 2010 - 10:09am
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Diabetic neuropathy is a common condition, affecting more than half of diabetics.

What Is Diabetic Neuropathy?
By Cary Cook BSN RN on July 14, 2010 - 7:22pm
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Dr. Richard Jacoby, Director of the Scottsdale Neuropathy Institute, offers up some advice on nails.

Diabetic Neuropathy and Nail Colour
By Jody Smith HERWriter on April 15, 2010 - 5:23am
Dr. Jacoby explains neuropathy and how it relates to heel pain and diabetes.

What Is Neuropathy? - Dr. Jacoby (VIDEO)
By Dr. Richard Jacoby Expert on December 4, 2009 - 10:27am
Dr. Jacoby describes Dellon decompression.

What Is Dellon Decompression? - Dr. Jacoby (VIDEO)
By Dr. Richard Jacoby Expert on December 4, 2009 - 10:11am
Dr. Jacoby explains how a woman who is facing diabetic amputation can find a doctor who is qualified to perform Dellon decompression?

How Can A Woman Find A Doctor To Perform Dellon Decompression? - Dr. Jacoby (VIDEO)
By Dr. Richard Jacoby Expert on December 4, 2009 - 9:56am
Dr. Jacoby describes the Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons and explains what they do.

What Is The Association Of Extremity Nerve Surgeons? - Dr. Jacoby (VIDEO)
By Dr. Richard Jacoby Expert on December 4, 2009 - 9:44am

Diabetic Neuropathy Definition

Definition

Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage associated with diabetes. It results in damage to the nerves in a person’s feet, legs, eyes, and those controlling bodily functions, such as digestion, blood pressure and heart rate. Diabetic neuropathy can lead to serious complications, including ulcers , infection, and loss of limb.