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Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy



Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Introduction

A neurological disorder where the peripheral nerves are damaged due to diabetes. The nerve damage can cause a number of symptoms including pain, loss of sensation and tingling. The feelings usually start in the peripheral areas such as the toes but may spread to the feet and hands..

Symptoms of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

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Medical Textbooks Online about Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

Medical Books Excerpts
  • "In a Page: Signs and Symptoms" (2004)
  • "A Pocket Manual of Differential Diagnosis" (1999)
  • "Field Guide to Bedside Diagnosis" (2007)

Book excerpts: Copyright © 2008 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. All rights reserved.

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Causes of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

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Treatments for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

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