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What are the risk factor for developing diabetic neuropathy?

 Here are the risk factors for developing diabetic neuropathy from the search results:

  • Poor blood sugar control: Uncontrolled blood sugar increases the risk of every diabetes complication, including nerve damage
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  • Duration of diabetes: The longer you have diabetes, the greater your risk of developing diabetic neuropathy
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  • Age: The risk of developing neuropathy increases with age
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  • Hyperglycemia: High blood glucose causes chemical changes in nerves and impairs the nerves’ ability to transmit signals. It can also damage blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients to the nerves
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  • Prediabetes: Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. It is a risk factor for diabetic neuropathy
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  • Hypertension: High blood pressure is a risk factor for diabetic neuropathy
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  • Dyslipidemia: Abnormal levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, including high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, are risk factors for diabetic neuropathy
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  • Obesity: Having a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or more may increase the risk of diabetic neuropathy
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  • Smoking: Smoking narrows and hardens the arteries, reducing blood flow to the legs and feet. This makes it more difficult for wounds to heal and damages the peripheral nerves
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  • Height: Taller people may have a higher risk of developing diabetic neuropathy
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  • History of ulcer: A history of foot ulcers is a risk factor for diabetic neuropathy
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  • CAGE: The CAGE questionnaire is a screening tool for alcoholism. A positive CAGE score is a risk factor for diabetic neuropathy
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It is important to note that anyone who has diabetes can develop neuropathy, but these risk factors make nerve damage more likely
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