Diabetic Neuropathy Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Diabetic Neuropathy.
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Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy
Symptoms of diabetic neuropathy may include:
- Numbness in the extremities
- Tingling in the extremities
- Pain in the extremities
- Wasting of the muscles of the feet or hands
- Indigestion
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea or Constipation
- Dizziness or fainting
- Urination problems
- Impotence or vaginal dryness
- Weakness in arms and or legs
- Foot drop
- Weakness of facial muscles resulting in drooping eyelid, drooping mouth, facial droop, difficulty swallowing
- Muscle cramps
- A prolonged feeling of fullness after eating and/or abdominal pain
- Heat intolerance due to a decreased ability to sweat normally
If you have diabetic neuropathy, you are at increased risk for developing other types of neuropathies, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
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