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Can Sugar Cause Nerve Damage To A Pre-diabetic Patient?
I have an A1C of 6.0 and glucose of 95. My neurologist thinks that sugar is causing the nerve damage. My feet and hands have pains and my hand cramps and an MRI shows cervical stenosis may be the problem. My diet is healthy but finding it hard to completely stop eating fruit, bread, and any item with sugar in it. My A1C hasn t decreased while on my new diet for 9 months although I have lost a few pounds. Am 5 3 and weigh 126 pounds. Any suggestions on how to cut sugar to a bare minimum. Also, do you believe that sugar can cause nerve damage in someone with just pre-diabetes. Thank you. Marcia Levine
Mon, 4 Aug 2014
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Neurological damage is a possible complication of diabetes but normally only occurs if the blood sugars are out of control. It is a complication of UNcontrolled diabetes.
Your HbA1c and fasting levels do not indicate that your sugars are out of control.
There are other causes of peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy refers to abnormal sensations due to abnormal structure or function of the nerve.
You may either want to revisit your doctor for review or consider an assessment by another physician.
I hope this helps
Neurological damage is a possible complication of diabetes but normally only occurs if the blood sugars are out of control. It is a complication of UNcontrolled diabetes.
Your HbA1c and fasting levels do not indicate that your sugars are out of control.
There are other causes of peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy refers to abnormal sensations due to abnormal structure or function of the nerve.
You may either want to revisit your doctor for review or consider an assessment by another physician.
I hope this helps
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM
I understand your concerns.It is a proven fact that excessive levels of blood sugars will cause nerve damage leading to pricking and tingling sensation in the hands and feet.This condition is called peripheral neuropathy.
So,its of utmost importance to maintain your blood sugar levels optimally.
You can cut down your diet containing sugars by increasing the fibre containing diet like oats and wheat.
Also do regular exercises like brisk walk for half an hour.
Hope you are happy with the answer.
Thank you
Welcome to HCM
I understand your concerns.It is a proven fact that excessive levels of blood sugars will cause nerve damage leading to pricking and tingling sensation in the hands and feet.This condition is called peripheral neuropathy.
So,its of utmost importance to maintain your blood sugar levels optimally.
You can cut down your diet containing sugars by increasing the fibre containing diet like oats and wheat.
Also do regular exercises like brisk walk for half an hour.
Hope you are happy with the answer.
Thank you
I find this answer helpful
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