Diabetes-related neuropathy is also a progressive disorder affecting our nerves. Nerves have important roles in our body, as they act to transmit signals all over our body. Our nervous system has a wide range of jobs including, controlling our heart rate and blood pressure, as well being responsible for nerve conduction and sensory perception.
Diabetic neuropathy can lead to amputations in some people with diabetes. It has been found to be responsible for more than 80% of amputations that occur after a foot injury or foot ulcer, which can result from diabetic neuropathy.