Neuropathy can have various causes. Treatments for neuropathy focus on managing symptoms and often also address modifying the underlying cause, if possible. A common cause of neuropathy is diabetes, where prolonged elevated blood sugar levels can damage nerves, especially in the legs and feet. Infections such as HIV/AIDS and Lyme disease can also lead to neuropathy. Some forms of neuropathy are hereditary, passed from parent to child. Additionally, trauma or injury can eventually result in neuropathy. For example, nerve damage from a car accident or sports injury can eventually lead to neuropathy. Other, less known, causes of neuropathy include alcohol abuse, chemotherapy, medications, and kidney diseases.