Injection of Subcutaneous Glucose 10% in Small Shots is Effective in Treatment of Diabetic Neuropathic Pain

Abstract

Objectives: The aim of this study is to show that if subcutaneous glucose 10% 0.5 ml injection around inflamed nerves can relieve diabetic neuropathic pain in comparison to control. Design: Observational cohort prospective study 2 months trial. Materials and Methods: Observational cohort prospective study with the following of 100 patients of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus in 2 groups each group 50 patients, each group 30 males, and 20 females,35 patients with type 2 diabetes and 15 patients type 1 diabetes all have diabetic peripheral neuropathy, the second group is considered as control. Conclusion: Diabetic neuropathy is considered as a great problem affecting most of the diabetic patients with moderate to severe pain. Subcutaneous glucose injection around inflamed nerves is considered as a new option for the treatment of neuropathic pain and muscle pain.