NEUROLOGY
PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY
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Detailed explanation-1: -Cranial mononeuropathy III is the most common cranial nerve disorder in people with diabetes. It is due to damage to the small blood vessels that feed the nerve.
Detailed explanation-2: -The most common cause of sixth nerve palsy is believed to be a microvascular insult, and vasculopathic risk factors include diabetes, hypertension, and hypercholesterolemia. A patient’s history of coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, stroke, and smoking should be considered.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sixth (abducent) cranial nerve palsy is a typical yet infrequent mononeuropathic complication of diabetes. It usually causes considerable diplopia, which can be debilitating and significantly impair the everyday and professional activity of afflicted individuals.