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A member asked:
How long does it take for neuropathy to set in, if you've had diabetes about 5 years?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Variable: The longer you have diabetes the greater the chances of developingpdn. The fact that you have gone 5 years is great, i assume you have type 2 dm. If you keep your sugars under good control with diest/exercise/medication you may never get neuropathy.
Answered 4/2/2013
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Times vary.: Everyone is different. Neuropathy may develop quickly or it may take years to develop depending on a variety of factors.
Answered 4/3/2013
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