February 2, 2000
Dear Doctors:
Firstly, let me give you a bit of my family history.
- October 18, 1995 - Dad died of a stroke at age 69, he also had
diabetes and Parkinsons.
- December 19, 1995 Mom died of COPD at age 62, she also had 1 lung
removed for cancer in 1992.
- Now its my turn, I am 42, about 510 tall and weigh about 235lbs.
Probably about 40lbs too much, but I am working on that.
- I am a firefighter by trade (22yrs)
- About a year ago I was diagnosed with Diabetes, based on one (HIGH
GLUCOSE TOLERANT TEST) it was around 14. I have regular tests done about
every two months and I check my own twice a day and have never seen
above a 7.
- My family doctor referred me to a Neurologist for testing as my feet
were becoming numb. This is who did the blood test and told me I have
diabetes.
- It has been over a year now and my feet are getting worse, infact it
is traveling up my legs into my calves. Sometimes it is very painful to
even walk.
- The Doctors call it Sensory Neuropathy, I just call it a nuisance.
Can anyone help me find out what is happening to me?
Please?
Garry
gcyr at ils.net
Ontario?