Diabetic Neuropathy: Causes

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2012年9月15日星期六

Type 2 Diabetes - Causes of Depression in Diabetes

Depression is more common in people diagnosed with diabetes than in non-diabetics, and having diabetes can make self-care more difficult. Diabetics with depression are more vulnerable to complications than those diabetics whose moods are generally happier. In addition to being a miserable condition in its own right, any level of depression is a deterrent to the effective management of Type 2 diabetes.

Researchers in the Department of Psychology at the University of Florida in the United States looked at possible reasons for depression in people with Type 2 diabetes. Their study, published in the International Journal of Behavioral Medicine in December 2011, included 77 individuals previously diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.

volunteers reporting pain and difficulty with activities of daily living reported more depression than those who had fewer symptoms.
diabetics with high weight compared to their height reported the most pain.

From this the researchers concluded pain and difficulty functioning were important causes of depression for people diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and that excess weight was associated with pain.

Pain in diabetes comes from neuropathy, or nerve damage, and affects 60 to 70 per cent of diabetics. Diabetes is a common cause of neuropathy, it is now known that significant nerve damage often develops in the pre-diabetic phase. There are several forms of neuropathy. Frequently it takes place in the hands or feet, or the periphery, giving it the name peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy can lead to injuries when normal pain is not felt.

Diabetic neuropathy is often described as pain, tingling, or a pins and needles sensation, but it can also consist of numbness or weakness. It can be caused by:

high blood sugar levels,
high cholesterol and blood fat,
inflammation,
heredity,
smoking, or
alcohol use.

Whilst the most common type of peripheral neuropathy occurs in the feet, as the condition progresses the symptoms may spread up the legs, The hands may be affected as well, usually after the symptoms in the legs and feet have become quite severe.

Numbness in the feet may mean the diabetic is unable to feel his feet rubbing against his shoes and calluses or skin ulcers may form. In severe cases infections may spread to the underlying bones. These serious problems usually occur when a diabetic has both neuropathy and poor circulation.

To prevent diabetic neuropathy or keep it from worsening, follow your prescribed medical regimen: its critical to prevent these problems by keeping:

blood sugar levels,
blood pressure, and
cholesterol levels under control.

Eat a healthful diet, and exercise. These steps will help keep blood sugar levels under control, normalize your weight and help to improve circulation. A half hour walk every day is a good way to keep up circulation to the feet, where it is particularly needed in people with diabetes. Here's to being pain-free and depression-free.

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2012年9月14日星期五

Diabetes Feet - Causes of Diabetes Nerve Damage

How many of you know what diabetic neuropathies is? Diabetic neuropathies is a nerve disorder that if not taken serious can have dire consequences. Diabetes nerve damage can be taking place right under your nose without realizing it.

In others, diabetes nerve damage is noticeable by the tingling and numbness in arms, hands, legs and feet. Most any organ in the body can be affected by diabetic neuropathies.

In the U.S. today it is estimated that nearly 60% of diabetics suffer from diabetic neuropathies or a form of it. As one grows older the chances of developing neuropathie increases and progresses through time. Those who have trouble controlling blood sugar levels and those with diabetes for over 25 years are more likely to get this disease.

Causes Of Diabetic Neuropathies & Diabetes Nerve Damage

The symptoms of diabetes nerve damage will differ from person to person, those with higher blood glucose levels for longer periods of time are more likely to suffer from nerve damage.

In a lot of folks mild nerve damage is not even noticed, while others will have severe symptoms along with a great deal of pain. Below I go over some causes...

* The way we live, our lifestyle, has a great deal to do with developing neuropathie. Smoking and drinking have a huge impact on health, diabetes or no diabetes.

* For many this horrible disease is inherited from family members past and present.

* Abnormally high blood fat levels to go along with high glucose levels.

* Problems with blood vessels in the extremities.

* Autoimmune diseases may be contributing problems and causing inflammation of the nerves.

Now we are going to go over what to look out for, symptoms of diabetic neuropathies:

For the most part the symptoms start out with a tingling sensation in the hands, arms, feet and legs. In lots of folks there will be no noticeable damage. Some people will feel pain that is unbearable at times. All depends on the severity and progress of the diabetes.

* Numbness in hands, arms, legs and feet.

* Feeling like you have indigestion all the time. Being nauseated or even vomiting.

* Feeling weak and not wanting to do much.

* Headrush, fainting spells from possible high blood pressure. This usually happens when getting up to quickly.

To be on the safe side, if you or a loved one are experiencing any of the above symptoms, it is high time for a visit to your doctor. He will, with a few blood tests let you know if in fact, you are a diabetic. Your doctor will also help you in controlling diabetes nerve damage if the problem arises.

Diabetics Need To Watch The Signs Of Diabetes Nerve Damage Learn all you can about Diabetes Feet.

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2012年9月12日星期三

Causes and Results of Peripheral Neuropathy

Nobody likes pain. In fact, we do our best to avoid it. No one likes physical pain. We try to avoid emotional pain in choosing the right relationships. We generally seek a life without pain...

...then you get your wish and realize that you miss it.

That's exactly how millions feel who are suffering from peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that commonly affects people with diabetes. It can also be caused by a result of chemotherapy, alcoholism, autoimmune disorders, and a host of other conditions that we may not even know about.

So why does it happen? That answer's not so simple. Neuropathy as a complication of diabetes is caused by microvascular disease. That's the small vessels that branch of from the main pipeline arteries. The vessels stop carrying blood, which hold oxygen and nutrients, to the nerves and causes them to fail. So how do we correct this? Not easily. If that's the reason, sometimes the individual needs a procedure to restore circulation. Other times, when the main circulation is in good shape, there may be other modalities. One therapy is called MicroVas, which is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates the microvascular circulation to reverse diabetic neuropathy. It is effective based on the cause of the neuropathy. Studies have shown it to be very effective for diabetic patients, but less so for those that have neuropathy due to other reasons.

For conditions other than diabetes, the cause of neuropathy is not clear. If we don't know the cause, then it's really hard to find a solution. Sometimes the cause is a compression of the nerve, sometimes a nutritional deficiency, and sometimes for a reason that cannot be determined.

So big deal, why is this so important. Think about how you react when you touch a hot stove. Your first impulse is to pull back your hand. This is because your brain reacts to the pain even before you can feel it. And if you had no pain? You'd get a pretty nasty burn.

Now think about your feet. We wedge them into shoes every day. What if your shoes didn't fit? The average person would take them off and figure out why. If you had no pain, you'd keep walking. What if you had a pebble in your shoe. Again, the pain would cause you to take care of it. If you were walking barefoot and stepped on a piece of glass? You see where this is going...

People with diabetes will not feel these minor injuries and can develop sores, blisters, and skin ulcers. These ulcers can become infected easily, spread to the bone, and cause major problems. More than 60% of amputations not caused by some sort of trauma is due to complications from diabetes. This is why all people with diabetes should be familiar with a podiatrist. I routinely tell my diabetic patients that they should check their feet daily before they go to sleep and call me if they see anything that wasn't there the night before. I tell them that I'd rather they call me and it be nothing than let it go and let it develop into a problem.

The research documents that a comprehensive foot care program can reduce the rate of amputations in people with diabetes by 45%-85%. With those numbers, you should run (carefully) to your podiatrist's office. It's the first step in keeping you walking for years to come.

Dr. Andrew Schneider of Houston, TX is a podiatrist and surgeon specializing in the foot and ankle. He is the medical director of Tanglewood Foot Specialists and treats all injuries and conditions of the foot and ankle. For more information and many informative videos, visit http://www.tanglewoodfootspecialists.com and his blog at http://tanglewoodfootspecialists.blogspot.com.

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2012年8月31日星期五

Causes of Diabetic Neuropathy

If you are a diabetic then you should realize the importance of strictly monitoring your blood sugar levels and taking all possible action to keep it within the prescribed range. Several complications including diabetic neuropathy, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts can quickly join diabetes in causing further harm to your body. Here are some different causes of diabetic neuropathy and some steps that can be taken by you to remain in control of the disease.

In addition to regular monitoring and delivery of insulin, you will also need to maintain a strict control over your diet and also exercise regularly to increase your body's metabolism and improve your blood circulation. Diabetics suffer from poor blood circulation and nerve end damage due to uncontrolled blood sugar levels. Hence if your blood glucose fluctuates wildly or if you have had diabetes for a longer period of time then you could develop diabetic neuropathy.

If you are obese and have not given up smoking or drinking, then that too could lead you towards the path of diabetic neuropathy. If you had any injury to your nerves or suffer from inflammation of the nerves, or lastly get caught in the heredity trap, then that too could add another cause for diabetic neuropathy. In other words diabetic neuropathy hinders the nerves ability to transmit signals from the brain and can also damage blood vessels that transport vital nutrients and oxygen to nerves.

Diabetic neuropathy itself is classified into 4 groups. The first one is Autonomic neuropathy which affects digestion, bladder and bowel movements and also impairs sexual functions. It can also affect nerves leading to the heart, eyes and lungs. The second is Peripheral neuropathy which affects the movement and feelings in hands, legs, feet and toes. The third type is Focal neuropathy in which any nerve or a group of nerves in the body experiences abrupt pain or weakness. The fourth type is proximal neuropathy which can cause pain in the buttocks, hips or thighs, which in turn can lead to weakness in the legs. Unfortunately you will not realize which diabetic neuropathy is going to attack your body until you start exhibiting the symptoms.

You should not ignore your problems and rush to your doctor at a late stage, but instead rush immediately so that you can be put on medications in a bid to slow down the effects of diabetic neuropathy. You can even go in for surgery in case you suffer from diabetic retinopathy. There are also alternative natural treatments available in the form of antioxidants such as alpha lipoic acid capsules, which can lessen the pain associated with diabetic neuropathy and can also help to balance blood glucose levels.

These capsules can also help in the treatment of diabetic pets such as dogs and horses but cannot be used on cats due to a toxic reaction with its liver. One simple method to stay ahead of diabetic neuropathy is regular examinations at hospitals or at your doctor's clinic. A healthy diet and regular exercise to build up vital muscle tissue can also go a long way in delaying or avoiding this unwanted complication associated with diabetes.

Hence, even though diabetes brings along its own baggage of associated complications, you can still beat them with diet, exercise and regular tests. Pay heed to the different causes of diabetic neuropathy and discontinue any bad habits that could hasten the onset of the disease.

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2012年8月26日星期日

Diabetic Neuropathy Causes and Remedies to Help You Ease the Pain

Diabetes neuropathy has caused me pain in my feet for quite some time. Maybe seven or eight months of tingling in my lower extremities has On occasion I had severe pain. Before my condition got worse I started to reverse the tide after seeing an Acupuncturist who pointed me in the right direction. My course of action is something anyone can do. I will share what worked for me later in this article.

Diabetes neuropathy causes and symptoms.

Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage. Diabetes neuropathy usually appears in your legs and feet. If you have had diabetes for an extended period of time it is likely that you will get neuropathy. Tingling feeling in your limbs will be one of the symptoms of this form of diabetes. Internally, if your organs in your body are disturbed by neurology suffer from vomiting, diarrhea, bloating and abdominal pain. You may also be ill with sexual problems, dizziness, weakness and urinary concerns.

Diabetic neuropathy has a few different classes.

There are three kinds of diabetic neuropathy, with peripheral neuropathy being the most common. Peripheral reduces capability to sense pain temperature, touch and vibration in distinct areas of your body. If you have peripheral you probably are being affected in the lower parts of your legs and in your feet. Potential problems include ulcers bone and joint defects and infection.

The nerves control the involuntary workings of your body. These include heartbeat, sweating, digestion, urination and some sexual functions. If these are your issues then there may have been some damage to the nerves that control those tasks. Autonomic neuropathy is also very common.

Focal neuropathy affects a single nerve. Usually it is in the foot, thigh or wrist. The single nerve may also affect your eyesight if it is one of the nerves that control eyesight in your back or chest.

Visiting your health care provider would make sense. You may need a neurological examination or an electromyogram (EMG) to determine what is the problem. Knowing what to treat is part of the treatment.

As I told you in the beginning of this article I am informing you of what has been working for me. My diet has changed to one of all raw foods. When I saw a doctor she told me that I would need to be on this diet for approximately six months. So far I have been eating uncooked fruits, vegetables and some nuts for three weeks as of May 5, 2007. I am experiencing relief. My feet feel and look better. There is less pain and less of a tingling feeling in my lower extremities. Hey, I am getting petty good diversifying salads I am making. I will keep you apprised as to how I am doing with my diet and condition.

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2012年7月30日星期一

Symptoms And Causes Of Neuropathy

Neuropathy is a disease that affects the nervous system. 'Neuro' means nerves and 'pathy' means disease. It affects the nerve pathways running between the central nervous system - the brain and spinal cord - and the peripheral nervous system - motor and sensory neurons. The major symptoms are serious pain, stinging, lack of sensation and inflammation, which affect diverse parts of the body, especially feet and toes, and sometimes hands too.

Neuropathic pain, also known as neuralgia, occurs spontaneously or as a reaction to external treatments. Neuralgia is dissimilar from the common type of pain that one might experience when hit with a hammer on the toe. Neuropathic pain is steady and constant, characterized by a burning or pricking sensation, which does not result from an obvious stimulus. Whereas common pain influences only the pain nerves, neuropathy triggers both pain and non-pain sensory nerves.

Some signs of neuropathy may appear suddenly, but loss of sensation increases gradually. Neuropathic pain is common in those with cancer or HIV, as a result of the disease or drugs used for treatment. Diabetics will develop nerve damage sooner or later. Research shows that millions of Americans are affected by neuropathy, and that diabetes is one of the primary causes, responsible for more than half of those affected.

Neuropathy may also be caused by hereditary conditions, strain, and kidney disease. Methodical examination of the patient should reveal the cause. With the aid of a few blood tests, electro-diagnosis, which tests nerve conduction, and electromyography, which studies muscular and nervous function, doctors may find the cause and provide appropriate treatment. Some treatments offered are splinting, surgery, physical therapies and therapeutic drugs, depending on the diagnosis.

Neuropathy provides detailed information about neuropathic pain, alcoholic neuropathy, diabetic neuropathy, neuropathy medication and more. Neuropathy is the sister site of Congenital Scoliosis.

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2012年7月20日星期五

Diabetes Feet - Causes of Diabetes Nerve Damage

In others, diabetes nerve damage is noticeable by the tingling and numbness in arms, hands, legs and feet. Most any organ in the body can be affected by diabetic neuropathies.

Causes Of Diabetic Neuropathies & Diabetes Nerve Damage

The symptoms of diabetes nerve damage will differ from person to person, those with higher blood glucose levels for longer periods of time are more likely to suffer from nerve damage.

In a lot of folks mild nerve damage is not even noticed, while others will have severe symptoms along with a great deal of pain. Below I go over some causes...

* The way we live, our lifestyle, has a great deal to do with developing neuropathie. Smoking and drinking have a huge impact on health, diabetes or no diabetes.

* For many this horrible disease is inherited from family members past and present.

* Abnormally high blood fat levels to go along with high glucose levels.

* Problems with blood vessels in the extremities.

* Autoimmune diseases may be contributing problems and causing inflammation of the nerves.

Now we are going to go over what to look out for, symptoms of diabetic neuropathies:

* Numbness in hands, arms, legs and feet.

* Feeling like you have indigestion all the time. Being nauseated or even vomiting.

* Feeling weak and not wanting to do much.

* Headrush, fainting spells from possible high blood pressure. This usually happens when getting up to quickly.

Diabetics Need To Watch The Signs Of Diabetes Nerve Damage Learn all you can about Diabetes Feet.

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2012年7月16日星期一