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I get tired low energy have special lite that helps and forcing myself to walk even rainy days walk in Walmart
I am having severe pain in my legs and feet. I have been to many doctors appointments and they can’t figure out what it is. They do t think it’s neuropathy, but the pain is unbearable.
My orthopedic doctor prescribes biofreeze for arthritis pain for my knee caps too. see your family doctor too. I have diabetic neuropathy of my feet and ankles too. Esther
I know when my pain is happening I am sitting down off my feet
type two diabetic
See a professional
Counsellor, psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker
In Ontario we have great access covered by OHIP - if you have a local diabetes clinic (often part of a health team or in an… read more
It's PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY
While both have ultimately the same effect/symptoms:
Memory Loss
Difficulty with problem-solving
Confusion/thinking problems; and,
Problems with language usage
The causes of each are quite different
Alzheimer’s is mostly due to aging and changes in brain chemistry – there is little we can do about getting old
Diabetics are at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s (38% more likely then Joe/Jane average) however, it is Diabetes Dementia that is more likely to set in
Diabetes Dementia… read more
In addition with good blood glucose readings I'd suggest taking ginkgo biloba which may help with circulation of blood to the brain but NOT as a substitute for good blood glucose control.
I was just diagnosed with type 2 diabeties
Definitely changing eating habits and getting blood sugar under control but I also use a topical treatment of St John’s wort and Rosemary every morning. I make a tincture out of fresh St. John’s wort… read more
