Dry skin becasue of Diaetes???

[catriona92]

Ever since i was diagnosed with diabetes my skin has been really dry. I never really had a problem with my skin before but since going on insulin i have had really dry skin that i cant seem to combat. Also a lot of makeup that i used to use before now seems really bad for my skin and makes it come out in a rash.

I dont know if having diabetes or taking insulin relates to my new sensitive skin or if it is a completely different reason.
Anyone experience similar ?

 

[ConradJ]

Your blood sugar / glycaemic control can incur dry skin - try using an E45 type of cream in the immediate term. Some nuts (brasils, almonds, etc.,) can help, as does Vitamin D3.

However, it's worth seeing your GP as well - diabetes is linked with other conditions and certain vitamin deficiencies (e.g. coeliac and vitamin D).

 

[catriona92]

Your blood sugar / glycaemic control can incur dry skin - try using an E45 type of cream in the immediate term. Some nuts (brasils, almonds, etc.,) can help, as does Vitamin D3.

However, it's worth seeing your GP as well - diabetes is linked with other conditions and certain vitamin deficiencies (e.g. coeliac and vitamin D).

The Doctor has just said thats the type of skin i have, but it was never a problem before i was diagnosed :S
Ive heard vitimin D3 mentioned before so ill maybe look into that but will defo be mentioning it to my specialist next time im in!

Thanks for your help

 

[Hooked]

Drink lots and lots of water! It does help, as well as a decent moisturiser.