E10.4: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with neurological complications
Type 1 diabetes mellitus with neurological complications is a specific medical condition characterized by high blood sugar levels caused by a lack of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. This type of diabetes is often diagnosed in childhood or adolescence. In this particular manifestation, diabetes directly affects the nervous system leading to various neurological complications. Such complications can encompass a broad range of conditions, including peripheral neuropathy, autonomic neuropathy, and diabetic amyotrophy. Peripheral neuropathy is characterized by nerve damage, particularly in the legs and feet, causing pain and numbness. Autonomic neuropathy affects the 'automatic' bodily functions like heart rate, digestion, and bladder control. Diabetic amyotrophy, on the other hand, primarily affects the thigh muscles, leading to weakness and wasting. High blood sugar levels can cause these complications over time as they damage nerves and small blood vessels, disrupting their normal function.
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