in hands or feet
Tingling, burning, numbness or “pins and needles” in the feet or hands may be linked to nerve irritation. Diabetes can damage nerves over time, especially in the feet.
The CDC lists numbness or tingling in the hands or feet among symptoms that may occur with diabetes.
These symptoms can also come from vitamin B12 deficiency, thyroid disease, back problems, nerve compression, circulation problems or medication effects. Repeated symptoms should not be ignored.
9. Dark skin patches
Dark, thick or velvety patches of skin may appear on