what causes nerve pain in the face if you are a diabetic?
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This is likely an effect of a condition known as "diabetic neuropathy". This is a side-effect of diabetes that affects the body's nervous system. \n\nDo not ignore the signs that you are having now. Go to your doctor IMMEDIATELY in order to avoid further complications and to receive adequate treatment of the condition. \n\nGood luck and best wishes....
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Hi.  I have had diabetes since I was 9 and I am 35 now.  That is a lot of shots, since I have to take them 3 times a day.  I alternate my injection site every time to decrease scar tissue and tissue damage, and to minimize pain.  I use my upper arm, back of my arms, legs, stomach, and both butt cheeks.  Since I am right handed it is easier to take the injection in my left cheek, but I still manage to use both sides.  I keep the injections in my butt higher up but have used a lot of the general area.  I have never had any problems of any sort when using my backside for injections.  The buttock is listed in most literature as one of many possible and safe injection sites.  There are many great books, Internet sites, and magazines out today that you might be interested in.  You can find some good information on any Diabetes issues you may have.  Of course, you can always speak to your physician if you are having a lot of pain or are concerned about causing yourself problems.  Check out this article and look around the site.  Hope this helps.  http://www.bddiabetes.com/us/yourinsulin/howto_injection.asp
821912
The nerves are the source of the pain.  Without the nerve, there would be no pain.
1059677
If you are a diabetic who eats sweets, and you don't  take your medicine, sores are the least of your concerns.  Death is much more important.\n\nI've never heard of boils coming from diabetes, but the disease comes out in so many ways that I suppose it could happen.  More likely, it comes from the fact that uncontrolled diabetes makes sores and cuts take longer to heal.  That part is definitely true.  So, while the diabetes might not be the cause of the break out in sores, it can make it much worse, by not letting the body heal them as they form.\n\nTake your medicine!! And cut down on those sweets.  Your life is in your hands--literally.
718359
shooting pains of the facial area around one or more branches of the trigeminal nerve, of unknown cause, but often precipitated by irritation of the affected area
613873
The tingling in your extremities could be caused from Diabetic Neuropathy. There are meds that can help control this. One very common one is Gabapentin or Neurontin. Your problem could also be caused from poor circulation. Go to your doctor and explain to him your symptoms, together you and your doctor can work out a plan.
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Well, your question was whether diabetic neuropathy can bring on pain in a person's legs.  Yes, it can.  More often, though, is a loss of pain and other sensation in the legs.  That's how a diabetic person can sustain a serious injury to the foot and not feel a thing.\n \nIn your mother's case, I suggest strongly that her physician be alerted to her situation.  There are other anodynes that can be tried (an anodyne is a painkiller).  It's odd that not even morphine relieves her pain, which suggests that drug should simply not be given her anymore.  There is such a thing as drug tolerance, in which the person needs more and more of the drug to come anywhere near the sought-after relief.  In the case of an opiate like morphine, there are complications that can be life-threatening.  \n\nThere are worthwhile alternatives that should be offered your mother.  But the doc has to be made aware of her ongoing discomfort.  There are doctors who are pain specialists; if hers is not one of these, your mother is within her rights to ask for a referral to one.
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It is when u have diabetes mellitus.
1052094
Without maintaining good control of your blood sugars, you can suffer from kidney disease, blindness caused by diabetic retinopathy, ulcers or possible amputation as a result from neuropathy to name a few.
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If your certain your not diabetic than it is time to see a Dr. and get a referal to a specialist.\nWhat you describe suggests reduced circulation and there are many conditions that this symptom can be attributed to.\n\nNeuropathy or the pain from it responds well to a med called Neurontin.\nBut I am guessing you have been treated since you seem to know the name of your condition?\n\nThis could be anything from wearing tight heels to a vascular/heart condition.\nPlease pursue this with your doctor.
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Diabetic neuropathy is not curable.  Of course the primary med prescribed is neurontin.  However, it is often thought that over the counter vitamin b-12 and vitamin e benefit the nerves.  Wear good socks and shoes...check your feet often and keep them lotioned with any unscented lotion (just make sure alcohol is not in the first few ingredients listed as alcohol is a drying agent).  It's also a great idea to see a podiatrist for any nail cutting.  One small wound, cut or nik can cost you your foot as neuropathy consists of numbness and tingling of the foot and you could have a sore there but not feel it.  As far as exercises that help...haven't heard much out there that benefits neuropathy..but exercise in general is a good idea to promote blood circulation as circulation is decreased in diabetics.  Hope this has helped you somewhat.  Best wishes.
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That often happens from too much salt and poor circulation. Just put pressure on where it's numb. It's nothing serious as to where you need to see a doctor. Just cut down on the salt and if you start noticing any patterns or constant craving for water then you should see a doctor. Poor circulation and constant craving for water are signs of becoming a diabetic. I've learned all this stuff. ♥
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If it is really persistant go to a doctor but on the whole it is just an electrical feed back thing between nerves. I get it sometimes when I have been doing something like lots of computer work.
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No - I'm diabetic, and I don't have dry skin.\n\nIt can be a complication of diabetes, though, because diabetes can damage small blood vessels and nerves, which causes damage to the skin. It's especially common in the winter. Also, I believe (though I haven't confirmed) that the frequent small needle-sticks needed to take glucose readings can irritate the skin and contribute to problems.\n\nFor more information about diabetes and dry skin, see the link below.
884120
Possible suggestions, pinched nerves, carpal tunnell, symptoms of diabetes;   If there is any numbness in your arm, you need to call the Doc tonight especially if the hand is cold or discolored.  Your circulation might be restricted-depending on your age, and other health issues, this doesn't sound right--I probably wouldn't wait till morning.
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The pins and needles thing is a side effect, supposedly it will "magicly" disapear. Pain and constant numbness sounds serious though, could it be diabetes related though? I dont know, go see a doctor. Whats you blood pressure? Remeron lowers it somtimes, might explain weakness. Whoknowes, go see a doctor.
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Neuropathy is just a general medical term for any condition that affects the nervous system.\n\n"Peripheral neuropathy" is any condition affecting the peripheral nerves, such as in the legs.  A common cause of peripheral neuropathy is Diabetes.  Vitamin B12 deficiency can also cause it.  Both can 'run in families'.\n\nWhat has your doctor told you about this 'family' condition?\n\nI can't really offer much more than this. \n\nBest wishes.