A diabetic patient with paresthesia has:
A)discoloration of the skin in the lower legs.
B)abnormal sensations in the hands and feet.
C)weakness in the muscles of the hands and feet.
D)swelling of the hands and feet.
E)intense itching of the hands and feet.

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Paresthesia refers to abnormal sensations such as tingling, numbness, or prickling. In the case of a diabetic patient, it is often a symptom of nerve damage caused by high blood sugar levels. This nerve damage is called diabetic neuropathy and is more common in the hands and feet. Discoloration, weakness, swelling, and itching are not typical symptoms of paresthesia.

A Diabetic Patient with Paresthesia Has