Neuropathy means damage to nerves . Peripheral neuropathy is the most common form of diabetic neuropathy. In diabetic neuropathy feet and legs are firstly affected, followed by your hands and arms. Possible signs of peripheral neuropathy include Numbness or reduced ability to feel pain or changes in temperature, especially in your feet and toes. In diabetic patient the ulcer is most detecting problem and there early detection is important. For that, many researchers work on this topic. Ulcer is due to the high temperature. Thermography is useful for early detection of ulcer, because using thermography temperature can be measure and abnormal area can be easily detect.

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