IS YOUR DIABETES AFFECTING YOUR NERVES?

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide.

- DR. APURVA SHARMA

Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide. While most people focus on managing blood sugar levels, they often overlook one of its most serious complications, that is nerve damage, or diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic neuropathy, or nerve damage, is one of the hidden challenges of living with diabetes, an often-overlooked complication of diabetes that can take people by surprise. Affecting most of the individuals with diabetes, this condition tends to develop slowly and without noticeable symptoms.

UNDERSTANDING DIABETIC NEUROPATHY Diabetic neuropathy happens when high blood sugar levels harm the nerves in the body, making it harder for them to do their job properly. This nerve damage can occur when elevated blood sugar levels interfere with the nerves' ability to function properly. It can bring on a range of symptoms, like numbness, tingling, burning sensations, or even sharp, shooting pain, especially in the feet. Many people also notice that their feet become extremely sensitive, and even light touches can make them uncomfortable. These symptoms often show up in both feet at the same time, which is a common sign that diabetic neuropathy may be at play.