A common but easily overlooked sign of diabetes is numbness, tingling, or a “pins and needles” sensation in the feet.
Why does this happen?
High blood sugar damages nerves (diabetic neuropathy), resulting in reduced sensation.
Many people with diabetes lose the ability to sense pain, heat, or injury in their feet.
What you should do:
If you frequently experience numbness or tingling, have your blood sugar levels checked immediately to prevent further nerve damage.
2. Burning or Sharp Pain in the Feet
Some people with diabetes experience burning, stabbing, or electric-shock-like pain in their feet.
Why Does This Happen?
Nerve damage (neuropathy) can cause feet to feel burning hot, even when they are cool to the touch.
Some diabetics also experience sharp, sudden pain that worsens at night.
What You Should Do:
If you feel unexplained pain or burning in your feet, it may be a sign of nerve damage due to diabetes. Seek medical advice to prevent worsening symptoms.
3. Slow-Healing Sores or Wounds on Feet
If you notice that cuts, blisters, or sores on your feet take too long to heal, this could be a major red flag for diabetes.
Why Does This Happen?
High blood sugar levels weaken the immune system, making it harder for wounds to heal.
Poor circulation in diabetics reduces blood flow to the feet, leading to non-healing wounds or infections.
