Podiatrist - Peripheral Neuropathy - DeBary, DeLand and Deltona, Fl

Peripheral Neuropathy - Podiatrist in DeBary, DeLand and Deltona, Fl - Roy Rothman, DPM

Podiatrist Dr. Roy Rothman discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Peripheral Neuropathy.

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According to the American Diabetes Association, about 15.7 million people (5.9 percent of the United States population) have diabetes. Nervous system damage (also called neuropathy) affects about 60 to 70 percent of people with diabetes and is a major complication that may cause diabetics to lose feeling in their feet or hands.

Foot problems are a big risk in diabetics. Diabetics must constantly monitor their feet or face severe consequences, including amputation