High blood sugar levels and your genes are among the main factors that can cause nerve damage in your hands, feet, and internal organs. Share on Pinterest Getty Images/Igor Alecsander Diabetic ...

Diabetes is a common cause of nerve damage that can cause a burning sensation in your feet. You can wear properly fitting ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter and her friend went to a concert and had to climb stairs, walking about 2.5 miles in total. After returning home, my daughter had severe pain in both of her feet and was ...

Diabetic neuropathy refers to nerve damage due to diabetes. When it affects the feet, healthcare professionals call it peripheral neuropathy. It usually affects both feet at the same time, as well as ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Neuropathy refers to a process causing inflammation of the nerves, leading to symptoms such as numbness, ...

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of foot complications and understanding how it affects your feet is crucial for prevention. High blood sugar levels over a prolonged period can damage nerves (a ...

Q: My dad is 65 years old and has Type 2 diabetes. He recently developed pain in his feet, which his doctor says is peripheral neuropathy. What is that, and what treatments are available? A: ...

What began as numbness in her legs and feet gave way to an almost constant, throbbing pain that slowly made it difficult for Linda* to walk. She suffered for 12 years, but as she sought answers from ...

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Dear Doctor: My dad is 65 years old and has Type 2 diabetes. He recently developed pain in his feet, which his doctor says is peripheral neuropathy. What is that, and what treatments are available?

Dear Doctor K: I have peripheral neuropathy. I know that people with diabetes often get neuropathy, but I’m not diabetic. What else can cause this condition? And what can I do about it? Dear Reader: ...