High blood sugar levels and your genes are among the main factors that can cause nerve damage in your hands, feet, and internal organs. Share on Pinterest Getty Images/Igor Alecsander Diabetic ...

Diabetes is a common cause of nerve damage that can cause a burning sensation in your feet. You can wear properly fitting ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My daughter and her friend went to a concert and had to climb stairs, walking about 2.5 miles in total. After returning home, my daughter had severe pain in both of her feet and was ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." “Neuropathy refers to a process causing inflammation of the nerves, leading to symptoms such as numbness, ...

Diabetic neuropathy refers to nerve damage due to diabetes. When it affects the feet, healthcare professionals call it peripheral neuropathy. It usually affects both feet at the same time, as well as ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 85 years old and in reasonably good health. I have been an athlete for most of my life. I developed neuropathy of my feet approximately seven years ago after my back surgery, but ...

Dear Doctor K: I have peripheral neuropathy. I know that people with diabetes often get neuropathy, but I’m not diabetic. What else can cause this condition? And what can I do about it? Dear Reader: ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Those who suffer from peripheral neuropathy know it doesn’t manifest in just slight aches and pains.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation, pain, and stiffness in the joints. But RA is a systemic disease — it affects the whole body — and can damage ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Neuropathy can cause all kinds of uncomfortable symptoms. You might experience hypersensitivity—like ...