Diabetes, when present in the body over many years, can give rise to all sorts of complications. These include heart disease, kidney disease, retinopathy and neuropathy. If left untreated, some of these complications can become extremely damaging to the body. One of the most potentially serious complications regards neuropathy, which at its most severe can lead to amputation.

Tail Amputation: Why It's Sometimes Necessary, and What to Expect - Petful