Diabetes symptoms dry skin

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1420905 tn?1282427611 I have ESRD and I am going through dialysis, I am getting large dry patches on my skin Is this from dialysis? If so why is it starting now?
1090423 tn?1286287650 Do i have diabetes , my symptoms are dry mouth , frequent urination , skin sores , shortness of breath and cramping in my legs and arms .
Avatar f tn I think your worse symptoms are from poorly controlled diabetes. I have noticed that salt and sugar make the dry skin worse and thus the itching. I have noticed that when I let my diet go I have times of such severe fatigue that I go right back to bed in the morning. That goes away if I control my diet and take my meds. I take Metformin and Victoza (which I think is a miracle drug). Metformin, by the way, I just found out, has beneficial effects for the liver.
1918828 tn?1328123158 Hypothyroidism can cause the symptoms you listed. Have you been tested for diabetes? I've read that many people with diabetes have the thick, dark skin under knees, elbows, etc.
Avatar f tn Try drinking more water and find a gentle moisturizer. It could just be really dry skin and swelling. Have you started using any new products or cleaners? I'm notusure if that is somethingoto worry about or not.
Avatar f tn Skin problems are an extra-hepatic manifestation of Hepatitis C infection. Dry skin perhaps is an early precursor to more serious and annoying skin problems. I really don't know. I have lichen planus (from biopsy) which is probably a result of long term infection. You can google skin problems and hepatis c to get the picture of what sorts of skin problems are associated with HepC. If it is systemic, as it is with Diabetes e.g.
Avatar n tn m 18 years old, and I frequently worry that I have diabetes. I seem to see a lot of the symptoms in myself, but most just call me a hypochondriac. Let's hope they're right. I tend to exibit Lethargy, whether or not it's just because i'm a teenager or not is unknown, I don't usually have to urinate much, but i do crave drinks often. I don't over-eat, if anything, I under-eat. That's one to two meals a day. I think I get enough exercise, but I could be wrong.
Avatar m tn I am diabetic and had horrible itchy skin all over but dry and red on my legs .I had a appointment where they took a biopiosy with no conclusive results. I have the itch under control with steroid cream but can not stop the blisters.
Avatar n tn my ancle skin is dead with no fealing and it is now in the bone behind the dry skin? It does not rub anything,I do not know why my ankle skin died and has no fealing,now afecting the bone under the dry skin. It feals like i'm hitting my ancle bone with a hammer off and on. Can you tell me what this could be?
Avatar f tn Hi, Thanks for the query Please be more clear about describing the lesions you are having with your legs if you mean dry skin in your legs it would be better to start using moisturizers and if you mean creeping lesions it is better to consult a dermatologist and get yourself evaluated and follow their advice. If you mean just dry skin you can apply moisturizers daily twice that should be enough.
Avatar f tn It can be due to conditions that lead to dehydration, such as fever, excessive sweating, vomiting, diarrhoea, blood loss, and burns can cause dry mouth. Dry mouth can be due to medical conditions like diabetes, thyroid problems, anaemia, cystic fibrosis. Certain measures will help like- Drinking plenty of water to help keep your mouth moist. Sucking on sugar-free candy or chewing sugar-free gum. You can also use an over-the-counter artificial saliva substitute.
Avatar n tn ve started to get other small crusty dry spots on my skin such as on the back of my knuckles. My lips are usually very dry and often show a layer of dry outer dead skin. When I eat something instead of giving me energy it makes me suddenly tired to the point I have to take a nap. I thought these might be symptoms of diabetes so I had a fasting diabetes test done, but it showed normal results.
Avatar m tn Seems I always awake tired (even after good nights sleep), I have some ED issues that can be quite severe, lots of skin issues like itchy dry skin and recurring jock itch type problems and also general fatigue and headaches at times. After researching these symptoms I have even gone so far as to test for HIV 9 different times out to TWO years post exposure. All tests were negative.
596241 tn?1269340536 I get nausea and stomach pains. My skin is extremely dry and very very itchy. The doctors have no idea whats wrong and the symptoms are getting worse. Please help me. I have come looking on the internet as a last resort!
Avatar n tn s been 2 months now, and the problem is still ongoing. The skin is peeling again. We had sex 3 nights ago because he assured me it was just dry skin, and now my vaginal entrance is itching and burning. How likely is it that he has a yeast infection even though he has no discharge, sores, or itching or burning? My issue could be coincidence or perhaps irritation from soap for all I know.
Avatar f tn Vitamin A deficiency and diabetes too can cause dry skin. Hence these should be ruled out. You would need to consult a skin specialist then. Take care!
Avatar n tn Your symptoms don't sound typical of diabetes. Without my handy-dandy crystal ball I cannot look into your head and make a determination since you forgot to tell us about your glucose levels, when you test, how long you have had diabetes, your body weight/height, if you are following a diabetic diet, if you exercise daily, and what, if any, medications you are on. You could be experiencing an allergy attack or have some sort of weird infection or have hidden mental issues.
Avatar n tn HI, HOw are you? Are there other symptoms present? Aside from dry skin due to cold weather, pruritus without the presence of rash can be due to certain medications, underlying conditions (diabetes mellitus, liver disease, kidney failure, jaundice, thyroid disorders and even blood disorders), parasitic diseases, irritation from soap, detergents, and clothing. The presence of hemorrhoids, anal fissure, or persistent diarrhea may also lead to itching around the anus.
2109721 tn?1334131890 The main symptoms of diabetes include significantly increased thirst, needing to urinate more often than usual, fatigue and increased hunger. Additional common symptoms include blurred vision, slow healing of wounds, dry mouth, itchy or burning in the feet. Rapid weight loss is also a common symptom for type 1 diabetes.
Avatar f tn is Sammy on dry food???? kibble is very dehydrating thus contributing to the dry coat/skin....feed him wet food also give him some Omega3 fatty acids that will take care of any dandruff..
Avatar f tn It can be related to uncontrolled diabetes. It can be related to age and puritas [dry skin] too. As we age our skin tends to dry out. If your itch dissipates after applying anything moist [lotion, cream, moist towel] to the skin, it's probably puritas, especially now as we enter our dry winter season. If so, go see a Dermatogist for he/she can Rx a topical cream that will relieve the itching, then you finish the job by applying a moisturizing cream, not lotion.