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Suggest Treatment For Severe Diabetic Neuropathy Pain
Question: I am suffering from severe diabetic neuropathy pain in my left leg. My fasting blood sugar level today is 129.
what lotion or gel shoul I apply to my leg.
what lotion or gel shoul I apply to my leg.
Brief Answer:
Diabetic neuropathy capsaicin spray, cream or gel may be helpful.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.
Usually in such cases I may suggest evaluation -
Detailed physical examination.
Investigations-
- Complete Blood count.
- Renal function test.
- Liver Function test.
- HbA1c
- TSH
- Vitamin B12 level.
- Vitamin D3 level.
- Urine examination.
Depending upon clinical examination and above test results medications like oral vitamin B12. D3 supplements, Medicines like pregabalin may be suggested.
For local application to relieve pain and burning sensation Capsaicin preparations can be used.
Hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Diabetologist.
Diabetic neuropathy capsaicin spray, cream or gel may be helpful.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.
Usually in such cases I may suggest evaluation -
Detailed physical examination.
Investigations-
- Complete Blood count.
- Renal function test.
- Liver Function test.
- HbA1c
- TSH
- Vitamin B12 level.
- Vitamin D3 level.
- Urine examination.
Depending upon clinical examination and above test results medications like oral vitamin B12. D3 supplements, Medicines like pregabalin may be suggested.
For local application to relieve pain and burning sensation Capsaicin preparations can be used.
Hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Diabetologist.
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