Diabetic Neuropathies

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.