Friday, November 20, 2009

The skin over my toes seem to almost constantly be itching..sometimes even feels like its on the inside?

i am diabetic...sugar isnt in control...feet seem kinda dry but not bad...the itching is severe sometimes even feels like it is under the skin....nothing seems to help

The skin over my toes seem to almost constantly be itching..sometimes even feels like its on the inside?
could be althletes foot, a fungal infection, get a cream from the pharmacy, you should also see your doctor especially since you are diabetic.
Reply:Have you consulted a podiatrist?
Reply:Could be athletes foot. OK well rottie already said that.


Listen to'em LOL
Reply:Try some lotion. Your skin could just be dry. If that doesn't help, call your doctor.
Reply:Have you gone to a foot store and that foot powder realy helps and the lotion! It realy works!
Reply:It's a normal reaction for diabetes patients. Try to take Reishi.


I have the supplier's web.
Reply:Ignore these other answers and get yourself to your doctor. If your sugar is out of control, you may be headed for diabetic neuropathy which has long term effects and even a loss of toes or foot.








Peripheral Neuropathy





Peripheral neuropathy affects the nerves in your arms, hands, legs, and feet.


This type of neuropathy damages nerves in the arms and legs. The feet and legs are likely to be affected before the hands and arms. Many people with diabetes have signs of neuropathy upon examination but have no symptoms at all. Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy may include





numbness or insensitivity to pain or temperature








a tingling, burning, or prickling sensation








sharp pains or cramps








extreme sensitivity to touch, even a light touch








loss of balance and coordination


These symptoms are often worse at night.





Peripheral neuropathy may also cause muscle weakness and loss of reflexes, especially at the ankle, leading to changes in gait (walking). Foot deformities, such as hammertoes and the collapse of the midfoot, may occur. Blisters and sores may appear on numb areas of the foot because pressure or injury goes unnoticed. If foot injuries are not treated promptly, the infection may spread to the bone, and the foot may then have to be amputated. Some experts estimate that half of all such amputations are preventable if minor problems are caught and treated in time.
Reply:I don't know what to do for you. You might have Restless Leg Syndrome or Athletes Foot. But to be safe, knowing your diabetic, go to an EXPERIENCED doctor ASAP.





Good Luck!


NOTE:


THE ONE ABOVE ME IS A RELY GOOD ANSWER TOO!
Reply:that is because you are a diabetic see your dr.
Reply:could be athletes foot. It is caused when the feet get wet and have to sit in it for awhile. I would go to the doctor because with diabetes, you don't want to mess with the feet or eyes, you could go blind or lose the feet if your diabetes get out of control. i know it is a hard disease to live with, but you seem to control it well. Especially when you ask questions. Good luck


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