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Tingling sensetion in hands and legs
Hi Doctor,
I am a diabetes patient (for aproxx 7 years)but its in control so i dont take any diabetic medicines. But now from the last few months i am having a tingling sensation in my hands and legs in the morning time before. waking up. During the day time when i am working there is no problem.
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Dr. Sweta Singla
Geriatric Neurologist
18 yrs exp
Delhi
Tingling sensation can be indicative of nerve involvement. Neuropathy is common in Diabetes and it can come in various forms. To come the diagnosis of neuropathy in Diabetic context , proper examination needs to be done without which it is not possible to come to diagnosis. But meanwhile , making sure you are tracking your diabetes and keep your Hba1c under control is one of the most important thing that you can do to help yourself. Methycobalamine supplements might also help in strengthening your nerves.
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if symptoms are persistent and annoying then please take appointment with nearest neurologist.
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