Treating Diabetic Nerve Pain: Guidelines from the American Academy of Neurology

At least half of diabetic patients will experience neuropathy some time in their life, but many of these patients never discuss the painful condition with their doctor. When a patient does complain of burning or electric shock sensations in their feet and hands, how should they be treated? Dr. Vera Bril, professor of neurology at the University of Toronto, joins host Dr. Anthony Alessi to discuss the latest American Academy of Neurology guidelines on neuropathy pertaining to medications and controlling symptoms.