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Abstract
Diabetic neuropathy is a frequent complication of diabetes, presenting with a wide range of symptoms. These include symmetric distal motor dysfunction, sensory abnormalities (including positive and negative sensory symptoms), radiculoplexus neuropathies, mononeuropathies, and autonomic dysfunction. The condition can manifest in various forms, each with distinct characteristics. There is now more understanding regarding the pathophysiology of diabetic neuropathies with regard to what makes sensory neurons more susceptible to injury and bioenergetic failure in peripheral nervous system neurons. This monograph provides an overview of the different types of diabetic neuropathy, addresses the management of more common forms associated with diabetes, and highlights recent updates in the field, including nutraceuticals.

Objectives: The objectives of this activity are to: (1) Be able to recognize the different types of neuropathy most commonly associated with diabetes: distal symmetric polyneuropathy, cervical and lumbosacral radiculoplexus neuropathies, thoracic radiculopathy, mononeuropathies, and cachectic neuropathy; (2) Be able to perform or order the necessary tests for evaluation of diabetic peripheral neuropathy and to correctly interpret the results; (3) Be able to implement appropriate pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments for painful diabetic peripheral neuropathies.

Charenya Anandan- no disclosures
Holli Horak- no disclosures
Kamakshi Patel- no disclosures