"I've been getting a lot of numbness in my left foot lately"
In Shanxi on the Loess Plateau, there is a small village, Uncle Fei Anxi lives a comfortable life on weekdays, likes to bask in the sun in his own courtyard, listen to the birds and insects and enjoy the leisurely life.
One morning, when Uncle Fei was about to get up and move his body, he found that his left foot was a little numb, as if he had lost part of his senses. At first, he didn't pay attention to it, thinking it was a temporary discomfort caused by improper sleeping position.
However, as time went on, this numbness became more and more frequent, even extending to his right foot, making him start to worry.
Soon after, Uncle Fei began to feel pain when walking, as if an invisible needle was piercing his feet.
With every few steps, the pain came like a tidal wave, forcing him to stop and rest frequently. The night was even more difficult, and the pain was accompanied by a burning sensation that made him toss and turn, unable to sleep.
Uncle Fei began to notice changes in the skin of his feet.
The originally smooth skin became dry and wrinkled, and he often had an itchy sensation, which made him scratch involuntarily.
He also noticed that the hair on his feet had become more flawed and his skin had become pale and dull, and he couldn't help but feel uneasy.
One day, Uncle Fei accidentally found a small wound on the bottom of his left foot. At first, he didn't care, thinking that it was cut by something sharp, but the wound never showed signs of healing, but became more serious. He realized that there might be a deeper problem behind this.
Abnormal signals in your feet should not be ignored!
1. Numbness in your feet
The numbness of the feet may not be unfamiliar to many people. However, when this sensation begins to appear frequently, and is accompanied by other abnormal sensations, it is necessary to be alert.
Long-term hyperglycemic states may cause damage to nerve endings, dull sensation in the feet, and even loss of perception of external stimuli. This condition can easily lead to foot injuries and other complications.
2. Walking foot pain
If you feel a tingling and burning sensation in your feet when walking, it will be slightly relieved after a short rest, but it will recur once you continue walking, which may be painful neuropathy caused by diabetes. This kind of intermittent claudication not only affects daily life, but also is a hidden danger to physical health.
3. Skin changes
Mutations in the skin of the feet often suggest problems inside the body. When the skin of the feet is itchy, dry, elastic, and hair falls out, it is likely that the skin is dystrophied due to unstable blood sugar. This condition can easily induce fungal infections and aggravate foot discomfort.
4. Foot ulcers
Long-term uncontrolled blood sugar can affect blood circulation in the feet, making the skin susceptible to injury and slowing healing.
When wounds on your feet heal slowly, or even become susceptible to ulcers, you should be alert that your blood sugar may be excessive.
5. Joint deformity
Long-term hyperglycemia can lead to abnormalities in the muscles and bones, which in turn can lead to deformities in the joints of the feet. Deformities such as cavus feet and mallet toes are not only unsightly, but can also cause gait abnormalities and other foot problems.
We should always pay attention to the changes in our feet, take timely measures to prevent and treat them, and let our feet accompany us healthily.
As time passed, Uncle Fei began to feel that the joints of his feet seemed to be somewhat deformed, and he had an abnormal posture when walking.
He realized that this not only affected his gait, but also posed a threat to his health.
At the suggestion of the people in the village, Uncle Fei went to the local clinic for a check-up. The doctor told him that these abnormalities were likely signs of excessive blood sugar and advised him to take a blood sugar test as soon as possible and take appropriate treatment measures.
Uncle Fei finally realized that there was something wrong with his body and he had to take action.
How to prevent people who have the same troubles as Uncle Fei?
Since our feet are a "barometer" of blood sugar health, we should cherish them and adjust our lifestyle in time to prevent health problems caused by excessive blood sugar.
1. Balanced diet: Mix your diet reasonably, reduce the intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods, and increase the intake of fiber and protein.
2. Be active: Maintaining moderate exercise can help promote blood circulation and control blood sugar levels, so it is recommended to choose aerobic exercise that suits you.
3. Regular work and rest: Maintaining adequate sleep time can help regulate blood sugar levels and maintain a healthy state of the body.
4. Regular testing: Diabetic patients should regularly check their blood sugar levels and adjust their treatment plans in time to prevent complications.
5. Pay attention to stress reduction: Learn effective stress reduction techniques, such as breathing exercises, meditation, and massage, to maintain peace of mind and help control blood sugar levels.
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