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Skin problems

Mel717

Newbie
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Location
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Type of diabetes
Treatment type
Diet only
Hi I was diagnosed on Christmas Eve, I had GD with my last two children, the youngest being 6, tbh it was no big surprise. I had been feeling ill for a while, the tiredness has been bad, I have also been coming over funny.
My bloods came back as 49, so they say I don't need meds, when I check my bloods they range around 8 -10ish. I am on a very controlled diet due to a stomach problem.
The biggest problem I have is with my skin, the cuts don't heal at all, I currently look like I self harm, my legs are covered in small cuts, it also hurts like hell, I also have lots of lumps and bumps under my underarms. Is this normal. Any advice would be fantastic x
 
I am not sure about lumps and bumps but I have noticed that my skin is not as clear as it used to be pre diabetes and also it takes much longer to heal x
 
Sugar crystals in tiny blood vessels may be the problem,reduce your carbs may help.

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Here is a link that may help you.

http://type1diabetes.about.com/od/schooldaycareandlaws/p/Common-Diabetes-Skin-Conditions.htm

Also, try our forum, do a "search".

For me, I've noticed that my skin has "aged" overnight. Aging is usually gradual, but, my skin began showing a sudden change at the same time as my other DB complications started showing. For me, its a real dryness and roughness on my hands. My feet are more chapped and dry and cracked than usual, even extreme for the very cold, dry region I live in. I have noticed some small raised areas on my face, too, like little blemishes.

Good luck, Mel !
 
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