Skip navigation
   Other Topics: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W XYZ All Topics

Diabetic Nerve Problems

Also called: Diabetic neuropathy 
 
 

If you have diabetes, your blood sugar levels are too high. Over time, this can damage the covering on your nerves or the blood vessels that bring oxygen to your nerves. Damaged nerves may stop sending messages, or may send messages slowly or at the wrong times.

This damage is called diabetic neuropathy. About half of people with diabetes get it. Symptoms may include

  • Numbness in your hands, legs or feet
  • Shooting pains, burning or tingling
  • Nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea
  • Problems with sexual function
  • Urinary problems
  • Dizziness when you change positions quickly

Controlling your blood sugar can help prevent nerve problems, or keep them from getting worse. Treatment may include pain relief and other medicines.

 

 

 
 
Basics Learn More Multimedia & Cool Tools
  • No links available

 

 
Research Reference Shelf For You

 

 

 

Illustration of the nervous system, including brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves

National Institutes of Health

Languages

 

 

 

Diabetic Nerve Problems - Multiple Languages