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cold feet ,

Beta blockers are used for some heart/blood pressure problems. They are known to cause cold peripheries in some people. Their name always ends with 'olol'.
 
Struma said:
Beta blockers are used for some heart/blood pressure problems. They are known to cause cold peripheries in some people. Their name always ends with 'olol'.
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lol i think this actually started when i was diagnosed with diabetes, as i said they only seem ok and warm in hotter weather , but i will ask again when im at the quacks,,, thanks for the info
 
Due to bad circulation . Do some exercise and cold feet improve. Thyroid issues make it feel worse.
 
I do, but it only happens in the winter time. I end up wearing two pairs of diabetic socks.

Edit: I also get cold hands at the same time.
 
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Guzzler said:
This was my only symptom before diagnosis. It disappeared soon after I started lowering my carb intake. How are your blood glucose levels?
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well to be honest my levels were not good, i have been struggling with them, seems like i am to old to get rid of old habits , eating bad stuff, but since joining this forum and reading info from others , ive decided to take stock and since monday morning ive started a low carb regime, and low and behold , already my levels are down to between 4,5 to 7 , so somethings working lol , just need to keep it up , i know its only been a couple of days but im sure gonna keep on with ..
 
Tophat1900 said:
I do, but it only happens in the winter time. I end up wearing two pairs of diabetic socks.

Edit: I also get cold hands at the same time.
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my hands are normally ok,, just my feet , i sit here , with me thermal socks on , a blanket over my legs with the heating on , yet my feet are still like ice blocks.....
 
smokiejoe03 said:
hi ,,,no i dont think so, i have said to the dr and diabetic nurse regarding my feet , but never seem to get a straight reply , also i have regular blood tests every 3 months but nothing is ever said regarding thyroid etc
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I'd ask for a thyroid test. I did years ago before td1
 
smokiejoe03 said:
well to be honest my levels were not good, i have been struggling with them, seems like i am to old to get rid of old habits , eating bad stuff, but since joining this forum and reading info from others , ive decided to take stock and since monday morning ive started a low carb regime, and low and behold , already my levels are down to between 4,5 to 7 , so somethings working lol , just need to keep it up , i know its only been a couple of days but im sure gonna keep on with ..
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That’s fantastic! Just be aware that suddenly cutting out carbs can give you flu-like symptoms for a few days (keto flu), but it will pass and you’ll feel much better. You can minimise it by keeping really well hydrated (more than usual) and keeping your salts up. I drank a lot of marmite broth! But it won’t last more than a few days. Just keep watching your sugars, and you’ll do great x
 
Mel dCP said:
That’s fantastic! Just be aware that suddenly cutting out carbs can give you flu-like symptoms for a few days (keto flu), but it will pass and you’ll feel much better. You can minimise it by keeping really well hydrated (more than usual) and keeping your salts up. I drank a lot of marmite broth! But it won’t last more than a few days. Just keep watching your sugars, and you’ll do great x
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ok thanks for that,, i do drink a lot of tea through out the day, everywhere i can get one lol.. but i will bare that in mind ,, many thanks
 
smokiejoe03 said:
ok thanks for that,, i do drink a lot of tea through out the day, everywhere i can get one lol.. but i will bare that in mind ,, many thanks
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Are you drinking it with milk? The lower the fat content of the milk, the more sugar it contains. You’re better off with fully leaded moo or even cream. There are carbs EVERYWHERE!
 
Mel dCP said:
Are you drinking it with milk? The lower the fat content of the milk, the more sugar it contains. You’re better off with fully leaded moo or even cream. There are carbs EVERYWHERE!
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ah yea i normally have semi skimmed milk and have read it on here about full fat milk and cream, ive had a coffee or 2 with double cream in it already but not tried it in tea yet ,, i will try it i think lol
 
Mel dCP said:
My feet are often cold, but then they were even before diabetes. I wear thick socks at home, and furry boots when I go out, but once they’ve got cold they’re a nightmare to warm up again. I have a microwaveable teddy bear filled with wheat that I put on them when I’m at home - they don’t just feel cold, they ARE cold. Like lumps of ice.
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Just for clarity, my agree was that my feet are also cold not confirmation that yours are....if you see what I mean...(putting the shovel down and stepping aside icon in here) sometimes they warm up if I rub hand cream in, if not its leccy blanket time....lovely ;-) x
 
smokiejoe03 said:
well to be honest my levels were not good, i have been struggling with them, seems like i am to old to get rid of old habits , eating bad stuff, but since joining this forum and reading info from others , ive decided to take stock and since monday morning ive started a low carb regime, and low and behold , already my levels are down to between 4,5 to 7 , so somethings working lol , just need to keep it up , i know its only been a couple of days but im sure gonna keep on with ..
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I have my fingers crossed for your toes :)
 
smokiejoe03 said:
im basically on my feet all day , and walk the dog 3 times a day ,,
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In these times are your feet warm enough?. Good socks are a good investment. The winters aren't kind to our feet.
Bed socks are good too. Look after your feet and they'll look after you.
Bad circulation can be hereditary. Speak to your GP if you have on-going concerns @smokiejoe03 .
 
smokiejoe03 said:
my hands are normally ok,, just my feet , i sit here , with me thermal socks on , a blanket over my legs with the heating on , yet my feet are still like ice blocks.....
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Are your feet elevated? Get them elevated. Above your heart is great for circulation. Any swimming or exercise which pumps your blood from your legs to your heart? Waking is good but only if your legs and feet are warm.
 
ickihun said:
In these times are your feet warm enough?. Good socks are a good investment. The winters aren't kind to our feet.
Bed socks are good too. Look after your feet and they'll look after you.
Bad circulation can be hereditary. Speak to your GP if you have on-going concerns @smokiejoe03 .
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hi yea i wear 2.3 tog thermal socks all the time ,,and yes next time i visit the drs ill say it again to them
 
ickihun said:
Are your feet elevated? Get them elevated. Above your heart is great for circulation. Any swimming or exercise which pumps your blood from your legs to your heart? Waking is good but only if your legs and feet are warm.
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no , no feet up , im either driving or working most of the time ,and when im home , same really always doing bits and bobs around the home ,, not often, get a chance to put my feet up ,,,
 
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