I have diabetes. i have severe burning and 'shocking' pain in my hands quite often. is this diabetes or something else?

If: Both hands, all fingers, often diabetes 1 hand- thumb and first 2 fingers= carpal tunnel 1 hand- little finger and half of ring finger= ulnar nerve pressure-yoi lean on elbow too much 1 hand, all 5 fingers, arthritis/ disc in neck is issue.

Possible neuropathy: Neuropathy can happen as a result of trauma, or nerve damage due to the consumption of alcohol or certain medications. Symptoms can range from a numbness and tingling sensation, possibly a burning sensation, to an uncomfortable painful sensation of the extremities. Get evaluated by a professional to determine the exact cause in order to get the appropriate treatment.