Is burning, redness, and pain in feet common in diabetes?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am diabetic since 12 years and BP is 85/160 after taking medicine for diabetes. I used to take Galvasmet 50/500 BD doses for the last one month. I am getting pain in both my feet at the lower portion, burning sensation, and redness. I am not able to walk fast and below the foot, it feels less sensation.

Answer 1

Hello,

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I understand your concern. Your symptoms may be an indication of uncontrolled high blood sugar. Your fasting and postprandial levels look fine, but will only give you the levels on the day of testing. It is important to check HbA1c level once in six months. This will give you a better idea of your blood sugar control. You also need to check your 25 OH-D3 (vitamin D) and vitamin B12 levels. Deficiency of these vitamins can lead to symptoms similar to yours. Remember that vitamin B12 is tested on an empty stomach with 12 hours fasting. If you have had a wound that is red or is not healing, meet your diabetologist without delay. Keep moving your feet and toes as an exercise to regulate blood flow. If there is a podiatry clinic near you, it might help to visit once.