Foot massagers..GOOD or BAD - Diabetes Forum
WEBDec 27, 2011. #5. Hi LWA! I don't know anything about foot massagers, but: People over-generalise about diabetic feet! If you have neuropathy in your legs/feet, then you have to take a lot of care not to injure/burn your feet because of the reduced feeling. If you find that sores, cuts etc don't heal normally for you because of high BG, then ...
Peripheral Neuropathy | Diabetes Forum • The Global Diabetes …
WEBMar 12, 2023 · Antje77 said: Be sure to be very careful soaking your feet in hot water if you have neuropathy. Not feeling how hot the water is because of the neuropathy can lead to serious burns, and soaking for an extended time softens the skin. I'm not sure but I guess it's easier to damage a foot when the skin is still soft from soaking.
Peripheral Neuropathy | Diabetes Forum • The Global Diabetes …
WEBSep 5, 2023 · 119. Type of diabetes. Prediabetes. Treatment type. Diet only. Sep 6, 2023. #7. I use a foot massager but also have stopped taking metformin as it inhibits the body’s ability to absorb vitamin B12 which the body needs to repair nerves but still taking my Dapagoflozin. I’m seeing how that will help.
Charcot Foot and Diabetes - Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
WEBJan 15, 2019 · Symptoms of Charcot foot may include: Swelling or redness of the foot or ankle. Skin feeling warmer at the point of injury. A deep aching feeling. Deformation of the foot. People with diabetes should report any signs of foot damage to their doctor as soon as possible as they can develop and become much more serious as a result of neuropathy.
Mounjaro (Tirzepatide): How it Works, Dosages, Side Effects
WEBFeb 26, 2024 · Mounjaro can cause side effects such as: Nausea. Diarrhoea. Decreased appetite. Abdominal pain. Monitor and report any adverse effects to your healthcare provider is crucial for managing and adjusting treatment as necessary.
Pephiral neuropathy and prediabetes? | Diabetes Forum • The …
WEBMar 20, 2024. #4. Antje77 said: Those sound like very unpleasant symptoms, and not at all how you'd expect diabetic neuropathy to manifest if you're only at the absolute lowest threshold for prediabetes. However, while diabetes is the most common cause for neuropathy, it's by no means the only one.
Tingling feet right after eating? | Diabetes Forum • The Global ...
WEBDiet only. May 28, 2014. #5. 2131tom said: Yes, I've had that for quite a while - I can usually tell if my BG levels are going up (and also down) by the sensations (they're a sort of tingling, I'd agree) in my lower legs and feet. I've likened it …
Diabetes Podiatry - Foot Care for Diabetics
WEBJan 15, 2019 · Mike Watts. Podiatry (foot care) for people with diabetes is one of the most overlooked aspects of diabetes management. Reviewing the community discussion regarding podiatry and particularly for visiting podiatrists reveals that many people with diabetes are entirely unaware that they need to take special care of their feet and visit a ...
Is Metformin linked to leg cramps? - Diabetes Forum
WEBAug 2, 2023. #8. @JLink , Metformin inhibits the uptake of Vitamin B12, which can lead to rather severe cramping. Which is why after a while on Met, someone should be tested for B12 deficiency, as you rather need the stuff. A supplement should help.
Tattoos and Diabetes - Safety, Risks & Nanotechnology Tattoos
WEBJan 15, 2019 · Risks. The main risks of having a tattoo include: Allergic reactions – you may suffer a reaction to the substances used in the inks and equipment. Skin infection – the tattooed area of skin may become infected if the studio and/or tattoo equipment is not clean or proper aftercare is not applied. Scarring – tattoo application can cause the ...
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