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Diabetes and nerve damage

Diabetes can damage the nerves and cause a complication called neuropathy. This generally begins as loss of sensation in the toes, and possibly fingers. Eventually, the neuropathy can move up the person's legs or arms.

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Diabetic Neuropathy

·As a Complication

Diabetes

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2

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