What Is Dysautonomia?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy
As the name suggests, diabetic autonomic neuropathy affects people that have diabetes, and it will affect around 20% of people with the condition. It affects the nerves that help to control blood sugar levels, control the heart, and regulate blood pressure.
Typical symptoms of the condition including a low blood pressure and a faster than usual heart rate. Patients can also have difficulty passing food through their stomach and some patients will also experience constipation. Problems with sweating are a problem for some people with the condition, and some will experience erectile dysfunction. Neurovascular disorders may also be present, which means functions like control of the artery width is affected.
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