Thanks - Blood sugars are OK, fasting levels about 5 - 6, sometimes going up to 8 after eating, but rarely higher. I have spoken to the doctor and the pharmacy about these cuts - and they have offered no suggestions. The cuts on my thumb are particularly annoying as I play the guitar and these cuts are severely limiting my playing. I can use a steroid cream which clears them up - but only for about a week - 10 days - any suggestions would be greatly appreciatedIt is possible that the pain and tingling in your feet is diabetic neuropathy. If so, it is usually treated with prescribed medications and not over the counter painkillers. This link gives more information: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-neuropathy/basics/treatment/con-20033336
It is important with the skin cuts to avoid them getting infected. Neosporin and a covering might help - perhaps a chat with a pharmacist? Are your blood sugars well controlled?
I have two problems, one is a get frequent and painful tingling in my feet and I am wondering if I can take something to ease this.
My second problem is the skin on my thumb keeps splitting with deep and very painful cuts - I have asked my doctor about this and he just says it is part of my condition.
I now live in Fuerteventura - the local health service is very good - but some things are difficult to get - so any advice about these two problems would be greatly appreciated.
It is possible that the pain and tingling in your feet is diabetic neuropathy. If so, it is usually treated with prescribed medications and not over the counter painkillers. This link gives more information: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-neuropathy/basics/treatment/con-20033336
It is important with the skin cuts to avoid them getting infected. Neosporin and a covering might help - perhaps a chat with a pharmacist? Are your blood sugars well controlled?
It is possible that the pain and tingling in your feet is diabetic neuropathy. If so, it is usually treated with prescribed medications and not over the counter painkillers. This link gives more information: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetic-neuropathy/basics/treatment/con-20033336
It is important with the skin cuts to avoid them getting infected. Neosporin and a covering might help - perhaps a chat with a pharmacist? Are your blood sugars well controlled?
Unfortunately Neutrogen doesn't work for me - I've tried it - but thanks for the suggestionI have always had painful cracks in my thumbs and fingers when I have had my hands in water frequently. The best natural remedy is to buy Neutrogena hand cream. It has a waxy like texture which helps the cracks heal.
Hi - I've been tested for these and I'm OKThere are several other conditions that can cause neuropathy too, like lack of B12 and hypothyroidism.
Good.Hi - I've been tested for these and I'm OK
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