Your Feet Are a “Blood Sugar Meter” – Beware of Diabetes If You Frequently Experience These 12 Symptoms – Page 2

Sudden, unexplained foot pain may be caused by irritated or damaged nerves.

6. Slow-Healing Cuts

High blood sugar affects blood flow and slows down the healing process.
If small cuts or blisters take a long time to heal, it may be a warning sign.

Diabetes can affect sweat glands, causing severely dry, flaky, or cracked skin on the feet.

Poor circulation and fluid retention — both linked to diabetes — can cause swelling in the feet and ankles.

Low circulation or nerve dysfunction due to high blood sugar can trigger cramps, especially at night.

A condition called acanthosis nigricans, often linked to insulin resistance, can cause the skin to darken or thicken.

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