My lower extremities and feet are extremely edematous, i have diabetes and severe peripheral neuropathy. both of my feet hurt constantly and when put pressure on them the pain is severe, i can barely walk. it almost feels as if the bones in my feet are

You need a visit: To the doctor. You should be evaluated for peripheral arterial disease. You should be evaluated for possible charcot foot. Are you being treated for the neuropathy? There are medications to help neutralize the pain associated with this condition and if in a mild to moderate stage possibly reverse it. There are diabetic shoes and i nests that you may be entitled to under your insurance plan.

You: Need to be under a comprehensive diabetic program. Your diabetes, neuropathy, and foot problems all need to be addressed.

Swollen feet: As a diabetic there is a high risk for vascular conditions to develop such as poor aterial blood supply and poor venous return blood supply (venous insufficiency) whic can also lead to edematous feet. The neuropathy should be evaluated with nerve conduction studies, and medication prescribed as needed. In addition an x-ray or MRI to determine if you have suffereed any fractures due to charcot arth.

Many causes: Peripheral 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.