E14.5: Unspecified diabetes mellitus with peripheral circulatory complications

Unspecified diabetes mellitus with peripheral circulatory complications is a medical condition in which the body's ability to process blood sugar (glucose) is impaired, and this impairment is associated with circulatory problems in the extremities of the body such as the hands, feet, and legs. High levels of blood sugar can damage blood vessels, causing issues with blood flow, termed peripheral circulatory complications. This can lead to several symptoms such as numbness, pain, and a tingling sensation in these areas. If left unmanaged, the condition can progress to more severe complications, including critical limb ischemia (restricted blood flow causing severe pain and skin problems), and even amputation. The term 'unspecified' is used when the exact type of diabetes (type 1 or type 2) causing these complications hasn't been determined. This condition is typically diagnosed through a combination of symptom observation and blood glucose testing.

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