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Suggest Treatment For Numbness In Hands And Feet

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Posted on Tue, 1 Sep 2015
Question: over the last 6 to 9 months i have had increased numbness in first my hands, and recently my forearms, and feet. I am a 44 yr old female. 5ft 8inches and weigh 9 stone 4lbs. I am fit. Work outdoors all day, but increased lethargy is becoming an issue. My hands shake at times for no apparent reason and I spill the coffee or tea. i know , on a recent blood test (after emergency services were called) that my blood sugar was 2.0 Could i have developed diabetes?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Abhay A Mali (37 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You need further evaluation.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Miss. XXXXXXX

Thanks for your question.

After going through your question, I can understand your concern.

Whatever the symptoms you have mentioned might be due to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) which is most likely in your case (blood sugar level of 2mmol/L) or peripheral neuropathy.

Blood sugar level of 2 mmol/L denote hypoglycemia and not diabetes.

You should consult endocrinologist as early as possible for evaluation for cause of hypoglycemia.

Hope I have answered your question.
I will be happy to answer your follow up questions, if any.

Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Diabetologist.





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Suggest Treatment For Numbness In Hands And Feet

Brief Answer: You need further evaluation. Detailed Answer: Hi Miss. XXXXXXX Thanks for your question. After going through your question, I can understand your concern. Whatever the symptoms you have mentioned might be due to hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) which is most likely in your case (blood sugar level of 2mmol/L) or peripheral neuropathy. Blood sugar level of 2 mmol/L denote hypoglycemia and not diabetes. You should consult endocrinologist as early as possible for evaluation for cause of hypoglycemia. Hope I have answered your question. I will be happy to answer your follow up questions, if any. Regards, Dr. Abhay Mali. Diabetologist.