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Diabetes and Nerve Pain: How Does It Come About?

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Diabetes not only damages blood vessels but it also attacks nerve fibers. Around a third of all diabetes patients develop nerve damage in the course of the disease as a result of the permanently high blood sugar levels. This is one of the most common sequelae of diabetes and can cause a variety of complaints. It is not always possible to get complete  relief for neuropathy pain but treatment options are available that can greatly improve the symptoms of nerve pain in diabetes. The following symptoms are typical of Diabetes and Nerve Pain: ·         Burning, boring or cramp-like pain (“burning feet”) ·         Paresthesia such as tingling, pins, and needles or a furry feeling (so-called paresthesia) ·         Numbness ·         Hypersensitivity to very light touches (so-called hyperesthesia) ·         Many patients find the discomfort in bed worse than when moving or running. Treatment Options for Diabetes and Neuropathy When diabetes leads to nerve pain, therapy usuall

Practical Advice to Improve Neuropathic Pain

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The natural course of neuropathic pain is highly dependent on the underlying cause. Some conditions, such as vitamin B12 deficiency, can be identified early and successfully treated, but when the cause is permanent nerve damage or irreversible disease, the pain will tend to be chronic. In this case, it can be difficult to become aware that you have a persistent problem, and acc ep ting to live with it does not mean resigning yourself to being overwhelmed by it. Treatments are now available that can give relief for neuropathy pain and reduce its impact on quality of life. Recognize and Report your Symptoms Getting to the diagnosis quickly and finding the right treatment for pain relief is the priority for neuropathic pain sufferers. Its characteristics can be difficult to describe, but, when properly reported to the doctor, they are of great help in recognizing its nature and directing the diagnostic process in the right directi

Neuropathic Pain - How to recognize it, and methods of its treatment?

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Neuropathic pain is a neurological disorder that presents itself as intense chronic pain, due to the fact that there is damage to a nerve. It occurs following a lesion or disease of the peripheral or central nervous system. Neuropathy can also be painless, as well as it is true that there can be a pain without obvious damage to the nerve damage. Neuropathic pain, therefore, can be defined as an unpleasant emotional sensation or experience associated with dysfunction or injury of the nervous system. Diagnostic work-up The diagnosis of “neuropathic pain” can be made with greater certainty, the more consistent indications of nerve damage are found during the examination and questioning of the patient. It can be supplemented by a pain drawing, pain questionnaires, and other special tests. These tests for the function of nerve fibers in various tissues include, for example: In addition, modern imaging methods are often used, for example, computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonanc

Natural Remedies for Diabetes That All Diabetics Should Know About

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Neuropathic pain is caused by injury or by a dysfunction of the nerves, spinal cord, or brain. It is described as a stabbing burning and sudden pain like an electric shock and can affect the quality of life. Fortunately, there are effective natural treatments of neuropathy that can relieve neuropathic pain, some of which have been tested by ordinary people and they found great results. Essential Oils There are essential oils that contain pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties that can aid healing. It is recommended to try chamomile and lavender essential oils: it is necessary to dilute the essential oils (a few drops) in 30 milliliters of carrier oil such as olive oil and then apply the mixture to the affected area to reduce the pains. Salmon Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B12 which help reduce inflammation of the nerves and blood vessels. Turmeric Turmeric has an active component known as curcumin which can offer powerful antioxidant and anti

Polyneuropathy - Which Treatment Will Help?

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The nerve disease polyneuropathy always starts in the toes. Typical symptoms are abnormal sensations such as tingling, stinging, burning, and numbness, which become stronger over time and can spread to the middle of the body. Sensory disorders have their origin in the long nerves that connect muscles, skin, and organs with the brain. Damage to the nerve sheaths means that the transmission of information between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body is impaired. Treat Polyneuropathy with Diabetes, Alcohol, and Medication Treating polyneuropathy is about tackling the likely cause. If this succeeds, the chances of recovery are good: If diabetes has gradually destroyed the nerves over many years, the patient must get his blood sugar levels under control to stop the nerve damage. However, lowering blood sugar levels too quickly leads to further nerve damage. A gentle lowering of the HbA1c value by less than two percentage points for three months is considered optimal. For adu

NEUROPATHY - How to keep it under control?

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Peripheral neuropathy is a condition of damage to the peripheral nerves that causes weakness, pain, and soreness in the extremities of the body, usually in the hands and feet. While treatments for this type of disease are primarily aimed at relieving symptoms, some are more effective than others. Several causes lead to damage to the peripheral nerves, including: Ø Diabetes mellitus Ø Alcoholism Ø Infection Ø Trauma Ø Tumors Ø Autoimmune Diseases Natural Remedies for Peripheral Neuropathy? There are many neuropathy treatment home remedies and supplements aimed at relieving the symptoms caused by neuropathy. Here are the main ones: Vitamins - Taking vitamins, especially vitamin B12, is vital for maintaining the health of the nervous system. Some types of neuropathies are related to a lack of vitamins; although these are taken through food, a supplement is sometimes necessary. Among the supplements, alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) arouses particular interest, for s

Neuropathic Pain Treatment of Diabetic Polyneuropathy

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If you miss the nail on the board with the hammer and instead catch your finger, the body gets an immediate reaction - pain. Unsightly, but an important warning sign. Acute pain can also turn into a chronic state. Then the helpful function becomes a burden. Nerve damage can cause nerve pain that becomes chronic - it is often caused by diabetes. Numbness or a tingling sensation in the feet, fingers, and toes - this is how nerve damage, also known as neuropathy, is often noticeable. Besides, there is often insensitivity and oversensitivity to temperatures, touch, and pressure. Sudden, burning, and stabbing pains complement the picture of suffering and often intensify in a resting state. The most well-known consequence of diabetes-related nerve damage is diabetic foot syndrome. This is caused by small wounds on the feet, which are often not noticed due to a lack of sensitivity. Symptoms of nerve damage appear insidious, can turn out very differently, and are dependent on the nerves af