I am a diabetic Occasionally I have a burning sensation in my face neck and body It will pass in a few minutes These events occur with out warning This event occurred to me while eating lunch today My fasting bs today was 147 I checked it during this event it was 202 I was also eating lunch Does this nerve tingling and heat sensation have a meaning that I can take corrective measures to prevent?
Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. Such burning sensation in diabetic patient is known as diabetic neuropathy. It has no relation with recent blood levels, but it has relation with long-standing blood sugar levels. There is no treatment once this neuropathy develops, but you can prevent from further development. To prevent it from further progress you have to maintain strict glycemic control.  This will prevent the further neuropathy development. Vitamin B complex, poly unsaturated fatty acids are neuroprotective and help improve the situation. Please take it under your doctor guidance. You can take cetirizine, paracetamol for temporary relief of the situation. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious diseases specialist, ChatDoctor.