Chillblaines & possible Raynauds?

[Lenny3]

Hi,

Just wondering if there is anyone else out there that suffers with Chillblaines? I now seem to have another one, I got 1 toe that is almost healed, but another one starting on my big toe. I have been doing every thing I can to keep my feet warm, I wear heat holder socks, slippers instead of bare feet at home. Im really disappointed that Ive got a new one.

I have also noticed lately that sometimes 1 or 2 of my finger tips goes totally white and the only way I can warm it up is to put it in warm water or my mouth.

I have been low carbing since the summer and have lost 3 stone. I did wonder if my loss of some extra fat had made me less insulated, but there is still plenty of fat to lose. I have been looking online and through Dr Google ( :roll: ) now think that maybe I have mild Raynauds.

Is this a side effect of low carbing? Is it just because it is so very cold? Is it maybe a complication of Diabetes? Is there anything I can eat or take that will help?

 

[izzzi]

Hi Lenny3,

I have had this Raynauds thing well before being diagnosed with diabetes type 2.

Sometimes it is so stupid, If take something out of the fridge the cold effect on my finger can start if off, even in the summer.
The trouble is it normally just comes when the weather is cold and if I forget to put warm gloves on first etc;

Like you say its mild, however it is said this raynauds can lead to chilblains.

They are not to sure what is the cause, just try keep your body to a correct temperature.

I do not think it relates to my diet. Just the cold effect.

best of luck

Roy

 

[Lenny3]

Well after my telephone consultation with a doctor, he has said it is Raynauds and tomorrow when I go for my Hba1c blood test I can pick up some tablets.

Heres hoping they help.