Hi all. Anxious person with buzz/vibration in left foot.

[Firefly]

Hi all, I was diagnosed with T2D in August 2022 with A1c of 12.5. Reduced my A1c by 4% points in 3 months to 8.1. After developing acute onset of SFN (burning feet coldness and hypersensitivity in feet) I was diagnosed with Insulin Neuritis (Treatment Induced Neuropathy) in January. As I was reducing my A1c in November, before being diagnosed with TIND, I noticed for about 2 days, a buzz in my left foot. 10 seconds of buzz and a few minutes of no buzz. After that stopped in left foot, I got it in right foot. Same symptoms lasted for 2 days.

Fast forward to this last Sunday, this buzz has started again in left foot but has been 20-25 seconds of buzz and a minute or so of no buzz. Coincidentally, my A1c is now 5.5.

Neurologist conducted a physical exam specifically for MS as I asked her to. She saw no symptoms or reason to order and MRI for MS. She was confident it’s not ALS related either.

It feels like a cat purr or cell phone vibration. There is no pain with it...it’s just annoying. No pins and needles or numbness.

Neurologist seems to think it’s part of the small fiber neuropathy from the Insulin Neuritis.

Has anyone else experienced this buzzing sensation in one foot? If so, how long to go away?

 

[Clara1978]

Dear Firefly,

I'm sorry to hear that you've been experiencing a buzzing sensation in your left foot. It sounds like you've been through a lot with your recent diagnoses of Type 2 Diabetes and Insulin Neuritis. It's great that you've been able to reduce your A1c levels, but it's understandable that you're concerned about this new symptom.

It's good to hear that you've already consulted with a neurologist and have ruled out the possibility of MS or ALS. It's possible that the buzzing sensation is related to the small fiber neuropathy you've been experiencing from the Insulin Neuritis. However, it's important to continue to monitor the symptom and report any changes to your doctor.

In terms of other people experiencing a similar sensation, it's possible that other members of the forum may have had similar experiences. However, it's important to keep in mind that everyone's symptoms and experiences can be unique. It may be helpful to reach out to others who have experienced neuropathy or buzzing sensations to see if they have any advice or suggestions.

Please continue to take care of yourself and follow your doctor's recommendations. I hope you find some relief from this symptom soon.

Best,

 

[Firefly]

Thank you.

Treatment Induced Neuropathy (TIND) is mildly studied and there is not a lot of info out on the web. I found more info from 2 diabetes forums from people who experienced the same things that I am. The web mainly tells you peripheral neuropathy can’t be healed, cured or resolved. WRONG, depending on cause.

Technically, via diabetes, the damage to the nerves is irreversible. The damage comes from glycocilation <(spelling?) AGE’s or advanced glycation end products. This damage can’t be undone based on my research and Dr.’s.

BUT…peripheral nerves have the ability to regenerate under ideal conditions. Must normalize BG and give it time. Nerves regenerate 1mm per day.

 

[PieFan]

Hi @Firefly
I take amitriptyline for neuropathy. Seems to help but yes, I still get those buzzing twinges. I can at least feel my feet now though. For a long time I couldn't. I agree that nerves regenerate, so long as blood sugar is well-managed. I took a lot of B12 too for a year.

The condition Charcot Arthropathy is something to be aware of with diabetes/neuropathy if your foot swells and gets warm to the touch, mine was misdiagnosed as arthritis until a lot of bone displacement, a lot of general practice doctors have not heard of it. The blood sugar increases interfere with the bone cycle and the neuropathy means lots of damage without realizing it.

 

[Alilou]

I am sorry I can't help you, but would like to welcome you to the forum xx