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Hi, Annie

I used to be diabetic too (adult onset) but since my bypass surgery, my blood

sugars are in the normal range most of the time. My HbA1c has been 4.8 for

the past year. But I didn't get rid of my neuropathy (it's almost never

reversible) and it is getting worse. I didn't expect that, as my endocrinologist

had

told me the only way to control it was to control my blood sugars. Well,

they're controlled now, but the neuropathy is still getting worse. Ya win some,

ya

lose some, I guess.

I have heard of Charcot's Foot, and very sorry to learn you have this. From

what I know, it's a real bummer. I'm sure you know everything there is to know

about it, but I'm copying an entry from my data base (excuse the

abbreviations, please) for those on the list who might want to know a bit more:

CHARCOT FOOT

Technically known as neuropathic arthropathy. Joints may shft n chng

positn n shape. Foot may

take on a deformed convex appearance, no arch, rocker bottom appearnce.

May ulcerate where

pressure is highest. Foot can swell, get red, warm to touch, look like

an infectn. X-rays cn be

misleading. May need special bone scans or MRI to diagnose. Treatmt

incl's immobilizatn,

mayb fr mnths while foot heals. Cast, splint, wheelchr, etc. If surgery

reqrd, s/b done by docs

experienced w/operatg on Charcot foot. U cn hlp prevnt it w/tite contrl

of sugars, daily foot

inspctn, reglr podiatrist vists.

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While you're in this situation, it's certainly understandable that exercise

is really tough to handle. But why not give yoga a try? There are many many

positions that will strengthen and loosen your muscles and joints that don't

require you to stand on your feet. It will also help to improve your moods.

Don't

ignore the meditation and relaxation component of yoga; it's as helpful as the

exercises.

Hope you're feeling better really soon!

Carol A

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In a message dated 7/27/2003 7:43:05 PM Central Daylight Time,

quitbichin@... writes:

> For the last 14 months I have been in a soft cast and

> the only walking I am allowed to do is limited to bathroom runs in

> my house. It is not the ideal situation for doing exercise and not

> gaining weight has been burdonsome. The depression has me either

> eating or engaging in retail therapy on the shopping channels.

>

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