Suggest treatment for low hemoglobin and tingling in feet and fingers
Patient: I am diabetic since 1995 and aged 66. My glucose levels are under control with FBS at 110 and PPBS at 165. Recent tests for blood count showed low hemoglobin at 9,4 which increased to 10.8 after treatment for nearly 2 months. Presently the urine test indicated albumin at 31 and I am experiencing tingling in the feet and ends of hand fingers. Kindly suyggest a suitable course of treatment. Doctor: Hi,Thanks for asking.Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus has led to diabetic neuropathy. It has also led to early stages of nephropathy.2. Control of blood sugar within normal range is essential to prevent further damage. For neuropathy additionally alpha lipoic acid with vit B12 will be helpful.3. For mild anemia, vit B12 and iron supplements will be helpful. Add more protein to diet.Hope it helps.Any further queries, happy to help again.