Study Guide for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions
Study Guide for Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323414142
Author: Hubert BS, Robert J; VanMeter PhD, Karin C.
Publisher: Saunders
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Chapter 16, Problem 20P
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To explain: Peripheral neuropathy that is caused by diabetes.

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of metabolic disorders in which the sugar level is high in blood, for a prolonged period. During this condition, the beta cells of the pancreas produce little or no insulin. Diabetes mellitus is classified into type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The cause and complication of diabetes neuropathy.

Introduction: When the blood glucose levels are poorly controlled in both types of diabetes, degenerative changes occur in many tissues. Peripheral neuropathy occurs as a result of damage to the nerves outside of the spinal cord and brain.

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