Diabetic Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is the most common form of diabetic neuropathy. Your feet and legs are often affected first, followed by your hands and arms. Signs and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy are often worse at night, and may include:

Numbness or reduced ability to feel pain or temperature changes

A tingling or burning sensation

Sharp pains or cramps

Increased sensitivity to touch — for some people, even the weight of a bed sheet can be agonizing

Muscle weakness

Loss of reflexes, especially in the ankle

Loss of balance and coordination

Serious foot problems, such as ulcers, infections, deformities, and bone and joint pain