Hi my name is Kathy and I am wondering if I can get some advice. I have had some burning and tingling in my feet for the past couple of weeks. I have a strong family history of type 2 diabetes-mom,grandma,uncle,great grandma. I am only 36,not overweight but I do eat a lot of junk and don't exercise regularly. I have also had problems with hypoglycemia-especially during my pregancies. I did not have gestastional diabetes. I am going to see my primary care doc tomorrow and I am wondering what kind of tests he will or should order. Any advice would be welcome.

thanks,
Kathy

Hi, ferfyw,

Burning, tingling feet could be symtematic of any number of things from pinched nerves in your back to wearing improper shoes to nerve/circulatory complications, just to name a few.

It is good that you are aware of diabetes though, considering your strong family history of it as well as your experiences with hypoglycemia, and I would tell your doctor of your concerns in this area tomorrow and ask for tests to be performed so you can put your mind at ease. For diabetes, some common bloodwork-related tests: Fasting glucose, HBA1C/A1C test for sure, cholesterol -HDL & LDL, triglycerides, maybe a C-Peptide.

The connection to the feet may or may not be related but tell your doctor about that, too. Your doctor will look at your whole medical history (as well as asking about some close family medical histories), and will determine the best tests required to address any concerns.

The eating of the junk food and not excercising much isn't doing anything positive for you any way you look at it. Now is as good a time as any to start a new lifestyle. At 36, along with your knowledge of diabetes, you already know that the sooner you make some changes for the better, the sooner you can avoid diabetes possibilities, the more your body & mind will love you for it and the better you will feel.

So, get those tests ordered by your doc, make a follow-up appointment for within the week so that you can discuss the results. Write down any questions/concerns you forgot in the first appointment so you can ask them in your next a week or so later. All will be well.

Cheers,
- Vikingirl

Thanks for the replies. I'll let you know what the doc says after my visit tomorrow. I know that burning,tingling feet can be a sign of other problems(some worse,some better than diabetes) so I am really nervous. Wish me luck.

Kathy

You need to see the doctor and get a fasting blood test for diabetes, on the safe side. You have neoropathy. It can cause burning and pain in the feet. And you need to the lose the weight and exercise anyway. Good luck.

Hi Kathy, you may want to check the post by luvy123 dated 8/28. some good advice there.