Your nerves are set up like telephone wires throughout your body, conveying information about the outside world to your brain, as well as carrying messages from the brain to parts of your body. When you lose sensation in your feet, it is because some of those telephone wires became damaged. This condition is known as neuropathy (new-ROP-a-thee).
While neuropathy is not unique to diabetes, half of all people with diabetes have some kind of nerve damage. When there is too much sugar circulating in the blood stream, it can damage the walls of the blood vessels that provide oxygen to nerves, especially those of the leg and feet. For this reason, people with diabetes need to pay careful attention to their feet to prevent or delay nerve damage and other complications.
If you are experiencing neuropathy in your feet, you will need to be extra kind to them. In particular, you will not be able to feel pain like you used to. This might seem like a good thing, but pain is your body's way of telling you that something is wrong. Many times, people with neuropathy will not be aware that they are hurting their feet with every step they take. Check your feet every day for signs of injury. This way, you will catch problems while they are still small and easy to solve. If you see a cut, bump, or red spot, take immediate action to protect the area. For additional guidance on managing your neuropathy, consult with Dr. Reddy or a podiatrist in your area.
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