What’s neuropathic pain?

Neuropathic pain is caused by nerve damage, often in the extremities, and can be treated with medication and lifestyle changes. Diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, trauma, and autoimmune diseases can all cause neuropathy. Proper diagnosis and treatment can improve symptoms. Neuropathic pain is caused by neuropathy or nerve damage. Peripheral neuropathy is an often painful condition that […]

What’s a neuropathic ulcer?

Neuropathic ulcers, common in diabetics, result from nerve damage and insufficient blood supply, leading to open sores. Treatment depends on the type and depth of the ulcer. Neuropathic ulcers, also called mal perforans, generally involve open sores that go unnoticed because damaged nerves are unable to receive or transmit pain signals. Skin lesions usually develop […]

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