Autonomic Neuropathy

Question: I have autonomic neuropathy caused by diabetes and I have mottling on my arms and hands, what causes this? I am a 21yr old female with autonomic neuropathy caused by diabetes, will this ever go away? what causes this? I have it a little bit on my lower legs as well but its much worse on my arms and hands, does anybody else have this? I do have other problems besides that, I just didn't mention them because they don't pertain to what I'm asking :)

Answer: I'm sorry, but from your description of how this affects you, you're talking about peripheral neuropathy and not autonomic neuropathy. Autonomic neuropathy tends to affect things that happen 'automatically' within your system such as blood pressure control, temperature control, bowel and bladder control, heart rate, digestion rate, sexual function, etc. Whichever type of neuropathy you're talking about, the best that can be achieved comes by way of better control of your blood sugar levels. Sadly, once nerves are damaged via neuropathy the chances of regaining sensation/lack of pain, etc. is negligible. Edit: My apologies aussygirl87. I wasn't trying to belittle what it was you were saying. I just focused on what you said about you having it on your lower legs but having it much worse on your arms and hands.

Question: is this Autonomic Neuropathy or HIV infection? hi everyone i need your help been having this symptoms for 3mths now and i am having 1)Painful pin pricks all over the body 2)Painful cramps in my stomach 3)diarrhea after eating (undigested food) 4)slight pain in the ear 5)toe vibration Was just wandering if this could be a HIV infection or Neuro problem and if it is autonomic Neuropathy is there a cure for it.

Answer: none of these are signs of HIV only the diarhea. I have a brother that died of AIDS and one living with it

Question: looking for information on how to treat anxiety and facial tics caused by autonomic neuropathy.? prefer natural remedies but will consider others if they can be taken on an as needed basis. thank you both. maybe this condition can only be treated symptomatically. i was hoping to get to the root of the problem and possibily reverse the condition itself.

Answer: You probably already know most of this but check out http://sumiram2006-stressfree.blogspot.c… I just found it through someone Else's question on anxiety and felt it was pretty good advice. I especially find laughter to be a great stress reliever so try to do this as often as possible. I just read the vagina and tongue question and laughed so hard at some of the answers and I am feeling very relaxed now. Mr Bean episodes I get through the library are also hysterical to me! Found Web Md today so look under pain relief and breakthrough pain on this site because they mention facial tics.

Question: Why is someone with autonomic neuropathy at such a higher risk for myocardial infarction?

Answer: The heart is the most sensitive of all organs to autonomic changes, the heart needs to constantly change blood pressure and heart rate in accordance to the body needs. As a result, it requires appropriate sympathetic and parasympathetic changes. Any lesion to either of them can lead to long term damage and eventual MI.

Question: Autonomic neuropathy and eyes? How does autonomic neuropathy affect the eyes? with the exception of slowed response to changes in light?

Answer: This condition indicates an imbalance in the autonomic nervous system.. The parasympathetic portion will cause dilation of the pupil as well as the blood vessels of the body. A few other things also but we will stick with the eyes. There is some inflammatory process to involve the cranial nerves. Usually found to originate at the base of the skull.. You will find it quite sensitive to pressure, mainly on one side. You are fortunate to have only one evident problem,, there are 11 other possibilities to result in symptoms. Are 12 cranial nerves. All controlling various parts of your body. You may find relief for this problem by seeing a doctor of Chiropractic.. He/she will work on the area of the origin of the problem

Question: Is it possible to have both autonomic and peripheral neuropathy? Person involved has Not been diagnosed as having diabetes. Has had symptoms for extended length of time. Would welcome advice...

Answer: Yes it is- for example a diabetic could have a peripheral neuropathy giving burning pain in the feet and loss of sensation leading to ulcers at the same time as having an autonomic neuropathy giving diarrhoea Need to see G.P(Doctor) for a referral

Question: I have Autonomic Neuropathy and was informed I have abnormal T waves on my EKG ~ should I be concerned?

Answer: This could be reason for concern, but I would recommend checking further with your doctor to see what they say.

Question: Does diabetic autonomic and peripheral neuropathy eventually kill you?

Answer: Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy The areas of the body most commonly affected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy((nerve injury) are the feet and legs. Nerve damage in the feet can result in a loss of foot sensation, increasing your risk of foot problems. Injuries and sores on the feet may go unrecognized due to lack of sensation. The painless neuropathy greatly increases the risk of severe tissue injury because pain no longer alerts the person to injury. Regular foot exams are important to identify small infections and prevent progression to ulceration (skin and soft tissue breakdown) requiring amputation Diabetic autonomic neuropathy most often affects the digestive system, especially the stomach,(bloating;) blood vessels( low blood pressure) , urinary system( incontinence), and sex organs(ED). To prevent autonomic neuropathy, continuously keep your blood glucose levels well controlled Severe long tem complications of autonomic neuropathies can result from unnoticed type 2 diabetes, including renal failure due to diabetic nephropathy, vascular disease (including coronary artery disease), vision damage due to diabetic retinopathy, loss of sensation or pain due to nerve damage or peripheral neuropathy. Long-term complications of diabetes develop gradually, they can eventually be disabling or even life-threatening. Some of the potential complications of diabetes include: â– Heart and blood vessel disease. Diabetes dramatically increases the risk of various cardiovascular problems, including coronary artery disease with chest pain (angina), heart attack, stroke, narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis) and high blood pressure. In fact, according to a 2007 study, the risk of stroke more than doubles within the first five years of being treated for type 2 diabetes. About 75 percent of people who have diabetes die of some type of heart or blood vessel disease, according to the American Heart Association. â– Nerve damage (neuropathy). Excess sugar can injure the walls of the tiny blood vessels (capillaries) that nourish your nerves, especially in the legs. This can cause tingling, numbness, burning or pain that usually begins at the tips of the toes or fingers and gradually spreads upward. Poorly controlled blood sugar can eventually cause you to lose all sense of feeling in the affected limbs. Damage to the nerves that control digestion can cause problems with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation. For men, erectile dysfunction may be an issue. â– Kidney damage (nephropathy). The kidneys contain millions of tiny blood vessel clusters that filter waste from your blood. Diabetes can damage this delicate filtering system. Severe damage can lead to kidney failure â– Eye damage. Diabetes can damage the blood vessels of the retina (diabetic retinopathy), potentially leading to blindness. Diabetes also increases the risk of other serious vision conditions, such as cataracts and glaucoma. â– Foot damage. Nerve damage in the feet or poor blood flow to the feet increases the risk of various foot complications. Left untreated, cuts and blisters can become serious infections. Severe damage might require toe, foot or even leg amputation. â– Skin and mouth conditions. Diabetes may leave you more susceptible to skin problems, including bacterial and fungal infections. Gum infections also may be a concern, especially if you have a history of poor dental hygiene. â– Osteoporosis. Diabetes may lead to lower than normal bone mineral density, increasing your risk of osteoporosis. â– Alzheimer's disease. Type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. The poorer your blood sugar control, the greater the risk appears to be. So what connects the two conditions? One theory is that cardiovascular problems caused by diabetes could contribute to dementia by blocking blood flow to the brain or causing strokes. Other possibilities are that too much insulin in the blood leads to brain-damaging inflammation, or lack of insulin in the brain deprives brain cells of glucose. â– Hearing problems. Diabetes can also lead to hearing impairment. Most diabetics die from ESRD requiring dialysis or kidney transplant.

Question: autonomic neuropathy support? Does anyone know if there is an autonomic neuropathy support group or forum or such on the internet or in Wisconsin? I actually go to Froedtert for my medical care.

Answer: I do not have any knowledge of a support group in Wisconsin, but there is a Froedtert Medical College of Wisconsin. They have been involved with, amongst other programmes, Autonomic Disorders. On this link you will find a ‘contact us’ link. I would suggest that you try that, and if there is not a satisfactory reply, you could try the second link to the Small Stones which is a facility manned by nurses. I would imagine that you will find some answers there. http://www.froedtert.com/SpecialtyAreas /NeurosciencesCenter/Programs AndServices/AutonomicDisorders.htm http://www.froedtert.com/HealthResources… SmallStonesHealthResource Center/ Hope this is helpful Matador 89

Question: Type 1 diabetic with autonomic neuropathy would I be eligible for disability? I've been a type 1 diabetic for almost 38 yrs, I'll be 39 in 3 weeks. I've been having all sorts of weird symptoms for over a yr now. I was recently diagnosed with autonomic neuropathy. I pass out, don't feel my high and low blood sugars any more and just basically feel lousy all the time. I'm tired, weak, shaky, clamy and have lost a lot of weight. I recently lost my job because of the neuropathy. I don't know when I'll find a new job. I cannot do what I've been doing for the past 20 yrs and need to start all over. My husband and mother are pushing me to apply for disability. I don't know if it would be a difficult process to obtain it. Will my doctors recommend it or look down at me? Just need some feed back. Thanks. My thyroid was checked by my cardiologist and my endo. It's fine, functioning completely normal. I've been through test after test and my heart rate and pressure drop when I stand too long. My heart doesn't kick in like it's supposed to do. Autonomic Neuropathy.

Answer: It depends precisely on how your abilities are affected as to whether your GP/doctor will recommend your gaining Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or not, but, from what you say, you seem to be in a position very similar to myself, and I get it ... apart from the loss in weight. I seem to be stuck at around 12 stones ... about 2½ stones heavier than I used to be. Have you had tests done to determine why, exactly, you are 'passing out'? As I'm sure you're aware, there are a number of reasons why this might be happening. I won't go into detail as it will give unscrupulous people opportunity to have a go at 'beating the system'. If you do want to talk more about your symptoms though, do feel free to send me an email. (Click on my avatar/photograph and click send email.) Sadly, I lost my job (on health grounds) some 16-17 years ago, which was a bitter blow to me and my emotional makeup. I absolutely adored my job, and never really thought about retiring. I'd have been happy to go on working until the day I dropped down dead. As it happens though, I do realise that doing what I was doing might have had serious implications for other innocent parties had I been allowed to continue. I do still feel bitter about how it happened though ... even after all this time. My advice to you would be to apply for disability and see how it goes. If you are turned down, you can always appeal that decision if you feel that your current situation hasn't been taken into account fully. (I was lucky in that respect. I had experience of filling in forms on behalf of other people, and knew how to put things into words. Give me a shout if you need a hand.) I wish you the very best of luck in whatever you decide to do, and pray that complications cease to develop for you.