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I've been tested for neuropathy i have type 2 diabetes but i also have herniated disks in my back how do i know the symptoms of what's causing this?
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Symptoms?: If nerves are compressed by disks they typically cause pain shooting from the back down the leg. Neuropathy typically causes tingling in the feet.
Answered 5/8/2019
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1-side= back issue: 1-side= back issue, usually; rarely diabetes related. If both lower extremeties affected, more likely diabetes related. An EMG by back md or neurologist can tell the difference accurately.
Answered 6/10/2014
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