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Diabetic Neuropathy: Why the Burning Sensation in Your Feet Should Not be Ignored?
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By Apollo 24/7, Published on - 05 December 2020, Updated on - 11 December 2023
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What is diabetic neuropathy?
Sensory neuropathy: Damage to the nerves that detect touch and temperature - commonly affects the feet and hands.
Motor neuropathy: Damage to the nerves that help in muscle movement.
Autonomic neuropathy: Damage to the nerves that control involuntary actions of the body such as digestion.
What are the signs of diabetic neuropathy?
- Numbness, especially in the extremities, i.e., toes, fingers
- Tingling sensation
- Pain in the body
- Weakness in the limbs
- Difficulties with walking, balance, and coordination
- Loss of muscle mass in the feet, legs, hands, and hips
Who is more likely to get diabetic neuropathy?
- Poorly controlled diabetes
- Weight issues
- High blood pressure
- Age above 40 years
- High levels of triglycerides
- Habits such as smoking and consuming alcohol
- Chronic liver or kidney disease
- Vitamin B deficiency
- Prolonged diabetes (living with diabetes for a long period of time)
- Other diseases and anti-cancer drugs
- Coronary heart disease or other heart condition.
Can diabetic neuropathy be prevented?
Adhere to the medications prescribed by the doctor
Follow healthy eating habits and consume whole, nutritious food
Limit the consumption of high-fat and high-calorie processed foods
Reduce salt consumption to keep blood pressure in the normal range
Take up some form of moderate-intensity exercise such as brisk walking, riding a bicycle or swimming to stay physically active
Quit smoking to reduce the risk of neuropathy
Significantly reduce the consumption of alcohol.
Examine the feet every day for any red spots, cuts, swellings or blisters
Nails of the feet should be cut and trimmed carefully
Pat dry the feet after bathing and moisturize them later
Wear well-fitted shoes and wear thick, soft, seamless socks along with them.
Takeaway
You can also try the Apollo 24|7 Diabetes Self-Management Tool to log your sugar values, track patterns, know all about food nutrition and more.
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