A doctor can help diagnose problems associated with internal organs and may prescribe medication to help relieve pain and other problems associated with autonomic neuropathy. Mononeuropathy is a form of nerve disease that affects specific nerves, most often in the torso, leg, or head. Mononeuropathy may cause pain in the lower back, chest, abdomen, or in the front of one thigh. Sometimes, this nerve disease can cause aching in the eye, an inability to focus the eye, or double vision. Mononeuropathy may also cause facial paralysis, a condition called Bell's palsy, or problems with hearing.
Mononeuropathies occur most often in older people and can be quite painful.
Usually the symptoms improve in weeks or months without causing long-term damage. Lowering blood sugar levels may help prevent or reduce early neuropathy. DCCT study results showed the risk of significant nerve damage was reduced by 60 percent in persons on intensive treatment. The doctor also checks his nerve reflexes and sense of feeling. Joe and his doctor discuss ways to prevent foot and nerve problems.