Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Korea.

Author: Seung Hyun KO ¹ ; Bong Yun CHA
Author Information

1. Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. bycha@catholic.ac.kr
Publication Type:Review
Keywords: Diabetes mellitus, type 2; Diabetic neuropathies; Diabetic peripheral neuropathy; Pain
MeSH: Amputation; Diabetes Mellitus; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2; Diabetic Foot; Diabetic Neuropathies; Health Personnel; Humans; Korea; Lower Extremity; NAD; Neurologic Examination; Peripheral Nervous System Diseases; Prevalence; Quality of Life; Ulcer
From:Diabetes & Metabolism Journal 2012;36(1):6-12
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), a common and troublesome complication in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), contributes to a higher risk of diabetic foot ulcer and lower limb amputation. These situations can negatively impact the quality of life of affected individuals. Despite its high prevalence and clinical importance, most diabetes mellitus patients not only do not recognize the presence of diabetic neuropathy, but also do not report their symptoms to physicians or other health care providers. Therefore, DPN is usually under diagnosed and undertreated. For early detection and appropriate intervention for DPN, a careful history, physical with neurologic examination, and prompt treatment are needed in T2DM patients.