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A 53-year-old male asked:
since last one month i am feeling feet furning and light pain. recently tested my blood for sugar and found 128 (specified 70 - 130). what to do?
3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Andrew Schneider answered
Preventive Medicine 24 years experience
See your doctor : There are a number if reasons that your feet could be providing you pain. Most importantly, however, is to see your doctor about your blood sugar. While the burning can be unrelated to the blood sugar, it is important to have it checked and treated if necessary.
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Dr. Christopher Hendrix answered
Podiatry 27 years experience
Neuropathy: Many sources of neuropathic discomfort.
Check with you pcp or podiatrist.
Fasting blood sugar and an a1c would give a better picture of blood sugar control. Many other potential reasons for numbness in feet.....
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
Podiatry 28 years experience
Visit a foot doctor: Diabetes is not the only reason one can have burning or neuropathy. There are many other causes.
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