I am a diabetic. i have shooting pains in my hands andfeet. what should i do?

Neuropathy: Could be from diabetes. There are other possible causes. See your physician.

Maybe: You would need to have some blood work and see what you short and long term blood sugar levels are and have been. Early symptoms of diabetes are increased thirst, increased urination, tiredness. You need to be evaluated by your medical doctor very soon to properly diagnose you.

Diabetes: Is one reason one may have neuropathy. There are however many reasons. It is certainly easy enough to rule out diabetes. See a doc to help find the etiology.

Abnormal nerve: Neuropathy is a condition resulting from abnormal nerve function. Neuropathy can be due to certain vitamin deficiencies, nerve damage due to trauma, alcohol consumption, radiation, side effects of certain medications, or due to certain medical conditions such as diabetes. Treatment varies depending on the cause of the problem. Have it evaluated and appropriately treated.