Nerve pain

By no1cowmom

1 min read

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a year ago. I'm a 76-year-old woman that is 20 lbs. overweight, not on any medication, and until this diagnosis, considered myself healthy. In my second A1C test, my numbers dropped from 7 to 6.

I went to a neurologist because I thought I had a pinched nerve as I have tingling, burning, and sharp stabbing pain in my right foot. The next doctor had me take the two-hour A1C test and that's when I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. My pain is what I need to control and I am at a loss as to what to do.

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minelcannucciari Community Admin
<inline-mention username="no1cowmom" user-id="3601171"/> – thank you for sharing some of your story with us. I'm sure the diagnosis was a bit of a shock, but it's great to hear you've made progress in managing your A1c. I wish you didn't experience so much pain in your foot. Nerve pain, is, unfortunately, something a lot of people here mention having to deal with and that it is very painful. We are often always on our feet and the pain must make it quite hard to get around to do the normal day-to-day things. Another community member also recently wrote about their experiences with nerve pain, if you'd like to take a look: <a href='https://type2diabetes.com/stories/life-unbearable' target='_blank'>https://type2diabetes.com/stories/life-unbearable</a>. We also have this article on neuropathy and potential treatments if you're interested. <a href='https://type2diabetes.com/complications/neuropathy' target='_blank'>https://type2diabetes.com/complications/neuropathy</a>. What has your doctor said in regards to treating/managing your nerve pain? Best, Minel (Team Member)
1. minelcannucciari Community Admin
 <inline-mention username="robinlee" user-id="4189640"/> – oh wow, thanks for sharing! I had never heard anything about cayenne pepper before, but I'm glad to hear you've found something that helps relieve your pain. We have some information about omega 3 and its connection to depression, which you may find interesting & relatable: <a href='https://type2diabetes.com/nutrition/omega3s-depression' target='_blank'>https://type2diabetes.com/nutrition/omega3s-depression</a>. How long have you been using these supplements for? Of course, everyone's experiences may vary since everyone is different! It's always a good idea to check with one's doctor too when trying a new method just to make sure there aren't any adverse side effects/serious drug interactions, depending on each individual's health history and current treatment plan. Best, Minel (Team Member) 
2. robinlee Member
 <inline-mention username="minelcannucciari" user-id="3594744"/> True everyone has a different chemical structure and supplements do not work the same in all bodies. I have been using cayenne pepper and fish oil for over twenty years and the only time it does not work for me is when I forget to take it. If anyone is interested I also have a way to increase blood flow in my total body especially in hands and feet, plus I am able to rid my body of infections (this is the first thing that was revealed to me when I was diagnosed with Type 2)
Diane Talbert Moderator & Contributor
Hello <inline-mention username="no1cowmom" user-id="3601171"/>, I just wanted to check in to see how your doing? Did you get on a treatment plan for T2D and how is the foot pain going? I know this was a shock to get that diagnosis. So happy you came to this community. You don't have to do this alone. Diane (Team Member)

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