Diabetes Nerve Damage
A professional organization that can help individuals locate a diabetes educator in their community.
American Diabetes Association National Service Center
1701 North Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 22311
800-232-3472 or 703-549-1500
A private, voluntary organization that fosters public awareness of diabetes and supports and promotes diabetes research and education. The association has printed information on many aspects of diabetes, and local affiliates sponsor community programs. Local affiliates can be found in the telephone directory or through the national office.
American Dietetic Association
216 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
800-877-1600 or 312-899-0040
A professional organization that can help individuals locate a registered dietitian in their community.
American Heart Association
7320 Greenville Avenue
Dallas, TX 75231
800-242-1793
A private, voluntary organization that distributes literature on heart disease and how to prevent it. Local affiliates can be found in the telephone directory.
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International
120 Wall Street, 19th Floor
New York, NY 10005
212-785-9500 or 800-223-1138
A private, voluntary organization that funds research on diabetes and promotes public awareness. Local chapters located across the country sponsor programs and fund-raising activities. Information about local groups is available in telephone directories or from the national office.
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
1 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3560
301-654-3327
A program of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, the Federal Government's lead agency for diabetes research. The clearinghouse distributes a variety of publications to the public and to health professionals.
For more information about diabetic neuropathy and diabetes research:
Albert, L., Restraining pain: What's available for easing the pain of diabetic neuropathy, Diabetes Forecast, January 1988, pp. 39-41.
American Diabetes Association and the American Academy of Neurology, Report and recommendations of the San Antonio Conference on Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetes Care, July/August 1988, pp. 592-597.
Bell, D. & Clements, R., Diabetes and the digestive system, Diabetes Forecast, December 1987, pp. 43-46.
Clark, C.M., & Lee, D.A., Prevention and treatment of the complications of diabetes mellitus, The New England Journal of Medicine, May 4, 1995, pp. 1210-1218.
The Nerve Damage of Diabetes
In this article
- What Is Diabetic Neuropathy?
- DCCT: Can Diabetic Neuropathy Be Prevented?
- How Common Is Diabetic Neuropathy?
- What Causes Diabetic Neuropathy?
- What Are the Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy?
- What Are the Major Types of Neuropathy?
- Diffuse Neuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Autonomic Neuropathy (Also Called Visceral Neuropathy)
- Urination and Sexual Response
- Digestion
- Cardiovascular system
- Hypoglycemia
- Sweating
- Focal Neuropathy (Including Multiplex Neuropathy)
- Diabetic Neuropathy Can Affect Virtually Every Part of the Body
- How Do Doctors Diagnose Diabetic Neuropathy?
- How Is Diabetic Neuropathy Usually Treated?
- Relief of Pain
- Gastrointestinal Problems
- Dizziness, Weakness
- Urinary and Sexual Problems
- Why Is Good Foot Care Important for People with Diabetic Neuropathy?
- Are There Any Experimental Treatments for Diabetic Neuropathy?
- Some General Hints
- What Resources Are Available for People with Diabetic Neuropathy?
- Additional Reading
What Resources Are Available for People with Diabetic Neuropathy? continued...
A professional organization that can help individuals locate a diabetes educator in their community.
American Diabetes Association National Service Center
1701 North Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 22311
800-232-3472 or 703-549-1500
A private, voluntary organization that fosters public awareness of diabetes and supports and promotes diabetes research and education. The association has printed information on many aspects of diabetes, and local affiliates sponsor community programs. Local affiliates can be found in the telephone directory or through the national office.
American Dietetic Association
216 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60606-6995
800-877-1600 or 312-899-0040
A professional organization that can help individuals locate a registered dietitian in their community.
American Heart Association
7320 Greenville Avenue
Dallas, TX 75231
800-242-1793
A private, voluntary organization that distributes literature on heart disease and how to prevent it. Local affiliates can be found in the telephone directory.
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International
120 Wall Street, 19th Floor
New York, NY 10005
212-785-9500 or 800-223-1138
A private, voluntary organization that funds research on diabetes and promotes public awareness. Local chapters located across the country sponsor programs and fund-raising activities. Information about local groups is available in telephone directories or from the national office.
National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse
1 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3560
301-654-3327
A program of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, the Federal Government's lead agency for diabetes research. The clearinghouse distributes a variety of publications to the public and to health professionals.
Additional Reading
For more information about diabetic neuropathy and diabetes research:
Albert, L., Restraining pain: What's available for easing the pain of diabetic neuropathy, Diabetes Forecast, January 1988, pp. 39-41.
American Diabetes Association and the American Academy of Neurology, Report and recommendations of the San Antonio Conference on Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetes Care, July/August 1988, pp. 592-597.
Bell, D. & Clements, R., Diabetes and the digestive system, Diabetes Forecast, December 1987, pp. 43-46.
Clark, C.M., & Lee, D.A., Prevention and treatment of the complications of diabetes mellitus, The New England Journal of Medicine, May 4, 1995, pp. 1210-1218.
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