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How Can Peripheral Neuropathy Be Treated While Suffering From Diabetes?

i am trying to get my dr to prescribe decadron for me. i am diabetic and they are worried it may increase my sugar. i have taken the generic form many times over the years. i live in constant pain and when i get an injection i stop hurting. i recently had a nuerotransmitter put in my back and it doesnt seem to help all that much. i have nerve damage in my lower legs and feet. i have a hard time walking and the pain mamagement dr thinks this medication would make my nerve damage worse. what should i do.
Fri, 27 Apr 2018
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Hello,

The nerves are damaged by abnormally high sugar containing blood. So, abnormal sensations start in the limbs, and it is called Peripheral neuropathy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mridul Das
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How Can Peripheral Neuropathy Be Treated While Suffering From Diabetes?

Hello, The nerves are damaged by abnormally high sugar containing blood. So, abnormal sensations start in the limbs, and it is called Peripheral neuropathy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mridul Das