Diseases

Proximal Diabetic

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Proximal diabetic neuropathy, more commonly known as diabetic amyotrophy, is a nerve disorder that results as a complication of diabetes mellitus. It can affect the thighs, hips, buttocks or lower legs.

SYMPTOMS

Signs and symptoms of diabetic proximal neuropathy include:

pain, usually on one side, in the hips, buttocks, or thighs.
weakness of the legs.

CAUSES

Proximal diabetic neuropathy. Proximal Diabetic neuropathy, more commonly known as diabetic amyotrophy, is a nerve disorder that results as a complication ofdiabetes mellitus. ... Proximal neuropathy Is the second most common type ofdiabetic neuropathy and can be resolved with time and treatment.