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Complications

After 32 years with diabetes, I have had severe pain in my legs and feet. Circulation and nerve test results were good. What should I do now?

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I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes almost two years ago, and within a few months, I had a tingling feeling in my left foot. Now it’s in both feet and there is some constant numbness in it too. My endocrinologist says it is some form of acute neuropathy that probably will go away after a few months, but I can’t find any information about this.

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My sister’s hand is dry, bumpy, and feels as if the nerve ends are exposed.It is extremely painful, and she can’t use the hand. Why?

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My brother has had diabetes for 21 years and has problems with his vision, feet and healing time from injuries. What is his life expectancy? What can be done to improve his health?

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My feet feel like they are burning. Why is this? What can I do about it?

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My teen son, diagnosed with type 1 a year ago, recently had an elevated microalbumin. Should he start an ACE inhibitor? He sees a nephrologist in February. Should we wait that long?

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I recently had a microalbumin test with abnormal results. Was it related to the exercise I did prior to the test? What can I do to prevent any kidney damage?

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I have had type 1 for over 15 years. For about 10 years, I had poor control so I now have poor kidney function. Is it too soon to be thinking about dialysis? My nephrologist has recommended this.

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My nephew is now blind in one eye and has bleeding in both. He was told to wait three weeks for surgery. Should he do so? What will happen with the bleeding? Will he still be blind?

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I am confused about the DCCT. I have read that those with good control can still develop complications. Do you know the percentage of those with good control who develop renal failure?

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