Recent Content by Alan6240

Hi Does anybody use or know of an insole for shoes and/or trainers? Something like a memory foam type of insole. Thanks

Hi Can diabetic neuropathy strike in your hands as well as your legs and feet? Also, can you have diabetes neuropathy if your blood sugars are well controlled? Many thanks

Hi sufc22uk Glad to hear the ops went well and you recovered. My doctor has made a referral to the Musculoskeletal service at the hospital. And I need to contact them this coming week to make an appointment.

Hi Sarah Thanks for the message. What foot cream do you use?

Thanks. There is nothing wrong atm but obviously as time goes by I will need treatment. So I have been referred and have to contact them next to book an appt.

Thanks for the links EllieM

Hi Has anybody had Dupuytren's contracture? I had a lump in centre of my palm so had it checked and the doctor said it is Dupuytren's contracture. This is when one or more fingers bend in towards your palm. I have been referred to the Musculoskeletal service. Many thanks

Hi I have had hard skin underneath my left foot (under the little toe and the one next to it) for a long time. I have had a far amount of numbness in that area, mainly when in bed. Has anyone used anything to remove really stubborn hard skin? Many thanks

I was asking about the smart watches with the sensor on the back. I have read reviews, and as you mentioned, they are a mixed bag. I just wondered if anyone had tried one.

Hi Can a smart watch give you blood glucose readings? I have seen them advertised but do they really work? Thanks

Hi Tested positive this morning with Covid. I had a very sore throat, banging headache, aches and felt warm. I felt mainly warm in the face and forehead but didn't have high temperature. Today I still have a chronic headache above the left eye area, nose keeps running, sneezing, keep brining...

Hi all I was wondering if anyone else had contacted their local MP and asked if Type 2 diabetics will be receiving another jab. It seems Type 2 diabetics are not at high risk yet on the ONS site it states diabetes remained the most common pre existing condition among Covid 19 deaths between Oct...

Hi Is it normal for blood sugars to be raised after any form of exercise? I did a 5 mile walk and my sugars for around 2 hours after were very high. They have come down after drinking 3 litres of water. Does this happen to anyone else?

Hi all Does anybody else have havw what looks like bruises on or around their ankle bones?