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General Physician - Answered on Jun 12, 2023

Dr Karthiyayini Mahadevan has been practising for 30 years.
She specialises in general medicine, child development and senior citizen care.
A graduate from Madurai Medical College, she has DNB training in paediatrics and a postgraduate degree in developmental neurology.
She has trained in Tai chi, eurythmy, Bothmer gymnastics, spacial dynamics and yoga.
She works with children with development difficulties at Sparrc Institute and is the head of wellness for senior citizens at Columbia Pacific Communities.... more
Anirban Question by Anirban on Jun 11, 2023Hindi
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Madam, I am a senior citizen, 69 years old. My weight is 94 Kgs and I suffer from diabetes and am on medicine (Istamet). For last two years or so, I have a tingling sensation at the base of toes of both my feet. As a result, at times, I can not put my soles firmly on the ground resulting in loss of grip. Then I can not walk fast of limp slightly for some time. Things become better after I walk for some time. Please suggest what should I do for redressal.

Ans: This looks like you have Peripheral neuropathy, a consequence of badly regulated blood sugar. Kindly address this issue with your treating Physician for a smooth regulation of blood sugar. Also please check your weight and manage to maintain your weight closer to ideal weight. Have balanced nutrition and increase your phtsical activity
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