Cumulative metformin exposure is strongly associated with the severity of peripheral neuropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), show Daryl Wile and Cory Toth at the University of ...

Blood tests may be necessary to check for diabetes, thyroid function, immune function, nutrient deficiencies, and other factors that may cause polyneuropathy. A doctor may also perform some simple ...

GP Dr Roger Henderson provides an overview of the chronic complications of diabetes and the key preventive measures ...

Objective Painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN) is a common complication of diabetes mellitus. Unfortunately, pharmacological treatment is often partially effective or accompanied by ...