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Diabetic Neuropathy Learning Center
Causes could include:
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decreased blood flow
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Autoimmunity
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No known cause
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People with diabetes commonly develop temporary or permanent damage to nerve tissue. Nerve injuries are caused by decreased blood flow and high blood sugar levels, and are more likely to develop if blood sugar levels are not well controlled.
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Causes of diabetic neuropathy are likely to be different for different types of the disorder. Nerve damage is probably due to a combination of factors, such as: Metabolic factors: high blood glucose, long disease duration, low levels of insulin an...
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The exact cause of diabetic neuropathy is not known. Researchers believe that the process of nerve damage is related to high glucose concentrations in the blood that could cause chemical changes in nerves, disrupting their ability to effectively s...
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