diabetic neuropathy

Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to regulate the body’s blood sugar level. If the blood sugar is not kept in control, this excess blood sugar may deposit in areas of the body and cause severe long- term consequences.
People with diabetes are more prone to heart disease, blindness, kidney damage, and nerve damage.This nerve damage is referred to as diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic neuropathy can cause tingling or even the loss of feel- ing in arms, feet, or any part of the body. This loss of feeling can enable cuts to go unnoticed, which can lead to infections. These infections can become so severe that amputation is the only treatment. Diabetic neuropathy is more common among diabetics who have had diabetes for more than 25 years, those who are overweight, and those who have poorly controlled blood sugar levels. In addition to neuropathy, type 2 diabetes also increases a person’s risk of heart disease, blindness, and kidney damage.