3.Doctor’s Exam
Because DPN often starts in the feet and legs, your doctor will look there for cuts, sores, and circulation issues. They’ll check your balance and watch you walk. They’ll want to find out how well you sense changes in temperature and delicate touches like vibrations. They may place a thin piece of string or a tuning fork on your toes and feet to see if you feel it.
4.Blood and Urine Tests
These help your doctor track your blood sugar and triglyceride levels. The tests might help rule out other causes of neuropathy like kidney disease, thyroid problems, low B12 levels, infections, cancer, HIV, and alcohol abuse, which may need to be treated differently.
