Type 2 Diabetes - Tips for Handling Diabetic Neuropathy

Nerve pain is a very common problem for people diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. It can be frustrating if you can't find ways to cope and, if it's chronic, it can also be very debilitating. Here are some tips to help you cope with nerve pain...

1. The single most important tip is to maintain control over your blood sugar. If you can only do one thing... this is it. How high blood sugar levels damage nerves remains uncertain. What is found is the part of the nerve that connects to other nerves or to muscles, becomes degenerated. It is thought damage is due to a cut off of the blood supply to the nerves or to chemical toxins produced due to too much sugar.

2. Complete foot care. A common complication of diabetes, peripheral neuropathy often causes a reduction or loss of sensation in your feet. You may not feel a stone you trod on until it causes an infection. When you have diabetes you should access the local registered podiatrist, who will check your feet and advise you. Check your feet daily for any cuts, scratches or wounds and clean and treat them immediately.

Avoid wearing badly fitting shoes. Buy socks with additional padding under the heel and ball of your feet and if you can't find good shoes and/or socks, ask your podiatrist for store suggestions.

3. Regular walking will improve your circulation. Poor circulation can lead to damaged nerves, whereas walking helps blood flow to your extremities and can slow down the onset of neuropathy. It also helps improve your tolerance to nerve pain.

4. Have a spa or warm bath. Warm water helps increase blood flow in your feet and legs and, because of the link between water and stress reduction, helps you relax. Always test the temperature of the water with your elbow, not your foot, as your arm will be more sensitive to the water temperature.

5. Taking vitamin B complex tablets can help ease nerve pain. However, more than 50 mg per day can be toxic in the long-term.

6. Non-prescription analgesics can help but it's essential you talk to your doctor first. Some non-prescription analgesia can affect your kidneys if used long-term. Never use more than the recommended dose and talk to your pharmacist if you want to know more about possible side effects.

7. Some say one alcoholic drink per day has benefits for your health but even one single drink may be too much if you have diabetic neuropathy. If you drink often, that can be dangerous to nerves, particularly if you already have some damaged nerves.

The key to managing nerve pain is to be consistent with whatever methods or treatment you use. It may take time for medication to kick in... you may not see immediate results when you start walking regularly. But be persistent and consistent and you'll generally find these tips will help you.

Although managing your disease can be very challenging, Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. You can make simple changes to your daily routine and lower both your weight and your blood sugar levels. Hang in there, the longer you do it, the easier it gets.

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