To study prevalence and risk factors for pre-diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Abstract

Background:The catastrophic effects of peripheral neuropathy on morbidity and mortality in patients with diabetes and at risk of acquiring diabetes make early screening for its existence and related risk factors advisable. As a result of the global development of diabetes, many people in India are feeling its effects. Among the many symptoms of diabetes, diabetic peripheral neuropathy stands out. Methods: A cross-sectional approach was employed in this observational study. This study aims to investigate the incidence of distal sensory peripheral neuropathy by conducting a survey among patients attending the Outpatient clinic at the