Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Guide




 

7.Wear Shoes
They protect your feet from the ground, whether it’s burning hot, icy cold, or covered in rough edges. Make sure your shoes breathe, are comfortable, and have plenty of room for your toes. Bring the ones you wear most to your doctor when you go for your checkup. You may need special shoes or inserts when you have foot problems.

 

8.Other Types of Neuropathy
Diabetes can also cause nerve problems other places in your body. Autonomic is damaged nerves that help control your bladder, stomach, eyes, blood vessels, and other body functions. Proximal is in your hip, butt, or thigh (usually on just one side), which makes it hard to move. Focal hurts single nerves, often in your leg, hand, head, or chest and belly.