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Numbness In Fingers

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Portland, OR
November 30
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Unless you are, and have been numb in your feet for a good while I wouldn't blame Diabetes "directly" for the circulation problem

Peripheral Neuropathy can cause that symptom, but it would be quite advanced and you would have experienced feet/leg problems long before your fingers tend to get involved

Since it could also be neurological as well as a vitamin deficiency like Joyce notes if the condition persists you should address it with your Doctor

November 30
A DiabetesTeam Member

Could be low B12 also. Alot of diabetes meds deplete B12

November 30
A DiabetesTeam Member

Numbness in the fingers can be a symptom of diabetic neuropathy, specifically peripheral neuropathy. This type of neuropathy affects the peripheral nerves found in the feet, legs, hands, and arms. Symptoms include:

- Numbness
- Tingling
- Muscle cramps
- Weakness

Additionally, carpal tunnel syndrome, which is a form of Show Full Answer

Numbness in the fingers can be a symptom of diabetic neuropathy, specifically peripheral neuropathy. This type of neuropathy affects the peripheral nerves found in the feet, legs, hands, and arms. Symptoms include:

- Numbness
- Tingling
- Muscle cramps
- Weakness

Additionally, carpal tunnel syndrome, which is a form of mononeuropathy, can cause numbness or tingling in the fingers, especially the thumb, index, middle, and ring fingers, as well as muscle weakness in the hands.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the article on Neuropathy and Diabetes at url: https://www.DiabetesTeam.com/resources/neuropat....

November 30

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