What are the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy? Prolonged high blood sugar can damage nerves throughout the body, leading to a type of nerve damage called diabetic neuropathy, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Typically, it affects the nerves in the legs and feet, but can also cause problems with the digestive system, urinary tract, blood vessels, and heart. You should call your doctor if you suffer from:
A cut or sore on your leg that isn’t infected or healing Burning, tingling, weakness or pain in hands or feet Changes in digestion or urination, dizziness and fainting.
