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I have diabetes. when my sugar is elevated, my extremities (especially hands) feel icy cold, much colder than the rest of my body. what causes this?
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Diabetes neuropathy: Diabetic neuropathy. Uncotrolled diabetes (hga1c >7, fasting sugar > 120) will eventually cause neuropathy. It could take months before improvement once you diabetes is under control even if your doctor gives you good neuropathy medications.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Neuropathy: You are experiencing diabetic neuropathy, a common complications of diabetes, especially a poorly controlled one. You will need to see a doc to have a good exam done to make sure your vascular health is preserved and then you will need together on getting your diabetes under control. There are some interventions, including meds that may help your symptoms.
Answered 4/24/2013
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