Foot numbness & neuropathy warning signs

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Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by diabetes. Over time, high blood glucose and high levels of blood fats can damage your nerves.

“Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage that is caused by diabetes. Over time, high blood glucose levels, also called blood sugar, and high levels of fats, such as triglycerides, in the blood from diabetes can damage your nerves.”

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Peripheral neuropathy typically affects the feet and legs, and sometimes the hands and arms. About one-third to one-half of people with diabetes have it.

“Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that typically affects the feet and legs and sometimes affects the hands and arms.”
“About one-third to one-half of people with diabetes have peripheral neuropathy.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetic NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Feet, legs, hands or arms may feel burning, tingling like pins and needles, numb, painful or weak. Symptoms are often worse at night and usually affect both sides.

“burning”
“tingling, like “pins and needles””
“numb”
“painful”
“weak”
“Symptoms are often worse at night. Most of the time, you will have symptoms on both sides of your body.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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You may have problems sensing pain or temperature in the affected areas.

“You may also have problems sensing pain or temperature in these parts of your body.”

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If you lose feeling in your feet, you may not notice pressure or injuries that lead to blisters and sores. Diabetes can make these wounds hard to heal and raise the chance of infection.

“If peripheral neuropathy causes you to lose feeling in your feet, you may not notice pressure or injuries that lead to blisters and sores. Diabetes can make these wounds difficult to heal and increase the chance of infections.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Sores and infections can lead to the loss of a toe, foot or part of the leg. Finding and treating foot problems early lowers the chance of serious infection.

“These sores and infections can lead to the loss of a toe, foot, or part of your leg. Finding and treating foot problems early can lower the chances that you will develop serious infections.”

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Peripheral neuropathy can make you more likely to lose your balance and fall, raising the chance of fractures.

“Peripheral neuropathy can make you more likely to lose your balance and fall, which can increase your chance of fractures and other injuries.”

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If you have diabetes, get a thorough exam of the feeling in your feet and legs at least once a year.

“If you have diabetes, you should get a thorough exam to test how you feel in your feet and legs at least once a year.”

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The exam may use a tuning fork to check whether you feel vibration, and a thin nylon strand (a monofilament test) to check touch.

“placing a tuning fork against your great toes and higher on your feet to check whether you can feel vibration”
“touching each foot and some toes with a nylon strand to see if you can feel it—a procedure called a monofilament test”

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Blood tests can rule out other causes of nerve damage, such as thyroid problems, kidney disease or low vitamin B12.

“Your doctor may perform tests to rule out other causes of nerve damage, such as a blood test to check for thyroid problems, kidney disease , or low vitamin B12 levels.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Metformin is among several causes of low vitamin B12. If the deficiency is due to metformin, metformin can be continued with B12 supplementation.

“Metformin use is among several causes of low vitamin B12 levels. If B12 deficiency is due to metformin, metformin can be continued with B12 supplementation.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Managing diabetes means managing blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol. Staying close to your goal numbers can keep nerve damage from getting worse.

“You can prevent the problems caused by peripheral neuropathy by managing your diabetes , which means managing your blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol. Staying close to your goal numbers can keep nerve damage from getting worse.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Doctors may prescribe medicines for nerve pain. They can help the pain but do not change the nerve damage; if one does not help, another may be tried.

“Doctors may prescribe medicine and other treatments for pain.”
“Although these medicines can help with the pain, they do not change the nerve damage. Therefore, if there is no improvement with a medicine to treat pain, there is no benefit to continuing to take it and another medication may be tried.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Over-the-counter pain medicines such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen may not work well for most nerve pain and can have side effects.

“Some doctors recommend avoiding over-the-counter pain medicines , such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen. These medicines may not work well for treating most nerve pain and can have side effects.”

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Diabetes experts have not made special recommendations about supplements. Talk with your doctor before using supplements or alternative treatments.

“Diabetes experts have not made special recommendations about supplements for people with diabetes. For safety reasons, talk with your doctor before using supplements or any complementary or alternative medicines or medical practices.”

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When you lose feeling in your feet, you may not feel a pebble in your sock or a blister on your foot. These can lead to cuts and sores, which can become infected.

“When you lose feeling in your feet, you may not feel a pebble inside your sock or a blister on your foot, which can lead to cuts and sores. Cuts and sores can become infected.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetes & Foot ProblemsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Diabetes can also lower blood flow in the feet, which makes it hard for a sore or infection to heal.

“Diabetes also can lower the amount of blood flow in your feet. Not having enough blood flowing to your legs and feet can make it hard for a sore or an infection to heal.”

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You may have foot problems but feel no pain. Checking your feet each day helps you spot problems early. A good habit is to check each evening when you take off your shoes, including between your toes.

“You may have foot problems, but feel no pain in your feet. Checking your feet each day will help you spot problems early before they get worse. A good way to remember is to check your feet each evening when you take off your shoes. Also check between your toes.”

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If bending over is hard, use a mirror or ask someone else to look at your feet.

“If you have trouble bending over to see your feet, try using a mirror to see them, or ask someone else to look at your feet.”

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Look for cuts, sores or red spots; swelling or blisters; ingrown toenails; and warm spots.

“cuts, sores, or red spots”
“swelling or fluid-filled blisters”
“ingrown toenails, in which the edge of your nail grows into your skin”
“warm spots”

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Wash your feet in warm, not hot, water. Test it with a thermometer (90° to 95°F is safe) or your elbow. Do not soak your feet, because the skin gets too dry.

“Wash your feet with soap in warm, not hot, water. Test the water to make sure it is not too hot. You can use a thermometer (90° to 95° F is safe) or your elbow to test the warmth of the water. Do not soak your feet because your skin will get too dry.”

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After drying, powder between the toes. Do not put lotion or cream between the toes, because moisture might cause an infection.

“After washing and drying your feet, put talcum powder or cornstarch between your toes.”
“Do not put lotion or cream between your toes because moistness might cause an infection.”

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Do not cut corns or calluses, or use corn plasters or liquid removers. These can damage your skin and cause an infection.

“cut corns and calluses”
“use corn plasters, which are medicated pads”
“use liquid corn and callus removers”
“Cutting and over-the counter corn removal products can damage your skin and cause an infection.”

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Trim toenails straight across, not into the corners; this helps prevent cuts and ingrown nails. Have a foot doctor do it if you cannot see, feel or reach your feet.

“Using toenail clippers, trim your toenails straight across. Do not cut into the corners of your toenail.”
“Trimming this way helps prevent cutting your skin and keeps the nails from growing into your skin.”
“you cannot see, feel, or reach your feet”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetes & Foot ProblemsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Do not walk barefoot or in just socks, even indoors: you could hurt your feet and not know it. Check inside your shoes before putting them on.

“Do not walk barefoot or in just socks – even when you are indoors. You could step on something and hurt your feet. You may not feel any pain and may not know that you hurt yourself.”
“Check the inside of your shoes before putting them on, to make sure the lining is smooth and free of pebbles or other objects.”

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With nerve damage you may burn your feet and not know it. Keep feet away from heaters and fires, and do not use a hot water bottle or heating pad on them.

“If you have nerve damage from diabetes, you may burn your feet and not know you did.”
“Keep your feet away from heaters and open fires.”
“Do not put a hot water bottle or heating pad on your feet.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetes & Foot ProblemsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Choose activities that are easy on your feet, such as walking, swimming or cycling. Smoking can lower blood flow to your feet.

“Choose activities that are easy on your feet, such as walking, dancing, yoga or stretching, swimming, or bike riding.”
“Smoking can lower the amount of blood flow to your feet.”

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Take off your shoes and socks in the exam room so your team remembers to check your feet. At least once a year, get a thorough foot exam, including feeling and pulses.

“Take off your shoes and socks when you’re in the exam room so they will remember to check your feet. At least once a year, get a thorough foot exam, including a check of the feeling and pulses in your feet.”

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Call right away for a cut, blister or bruise that does not start to heal after a few days; red, warm or painful skin; a callus with dried blood inside; or an infection that turns black and smelly.

“a cut, blister, or bruise on your foot that does not start to heal after a few days”
“skin on your foot that becomes red, warm, or painful—signs of a possible infection”
“a callus with dried blood inside of it”
“a foot infection that becomes black and smelly—signs you might have gangrene”

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Diabetes is the leading cause of peripheral neuropathy in the U.S. Most neuropathies start first, or are worse, in the feet, the nerve endings farthest from the brain.

“Diabetes is the leading cause of peripheral neuropathy in the U.S.”
“Most neuropathies are “length-dependent,” meaning the farthest nerve endings from the brain (those in the feet) are where the symptoms develop first or are worse.”

NINDS (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Vitamin imbalances, alcohol and toxins can cause neuropathy; B12 deficiency and excess B6 are the best-known vitamin causes. Some medicines occasionally cause it, including drugs for cancer, HIV/AIDS, heart or blood pressure, infections and seizures.

“Nutritional or vitamin imbalances, alcoholism, and exposure to toxins can damage nerves and cause neuropathy. Vitamin B12 deficiency and excess vitamin B6 are the best-known vitamin-related causes. Some medications have been shown to occasionally cause neuropathy as a side effect, including drugs to treat cancer, HIV/AIDS, heart or blood pressure, infections, autoimmune disease, seizures, and alcohol dependence.”

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Managing diabetes and other conditions, healthy eating and exercise can help prevent peripheral neuropathy and reduce symptoms in people who have it.

“Managing diabetes and other conditions, healthy eating, and exercise can also help prevent peripheral neuropathy and reduce symptoms for those who already have it.”

NINDS (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Peripheral NeuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Talk with a doctor before stopping any medicine.

“Talk with a doctor before stopping taking any medication.”

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The best way to protect your feet is controlling your blood sugar every day, which helps keep nerve and blood vessel damage from getting worse.

“The best way to protect your feet is by controlling your blood sugar levels every day. This will help keep nerve and blood vessel damage from getting worse.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetic FootPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Serious foot problems can develop quickly.

“Serious foot problems can develop quickly.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetic FootPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Some cases improve if the underlying cause is treated; in some people the damage may be permanent or slowly get worse.

“Some cases may improve with time if the underlying cause is treated, whereas in some people the damage may be permanent or may get gradually worse with time.”

NHS (UK National Health Service) — Peripheral neuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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The sooner peripheral neuropathy is diagnosed, the better the chance of limiting the damage.

“Generally, the sooner peripheral neuropathy is diagnosed, the better the chance of limiting the damage and preventing further complications.”

NHS (UK National Health Service) — Peripheral neuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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In the UK, almost 1 in 10 people aged 55 or over are estimated to have peripheral neuropathy.

“In the UK it's estimated almost 1 in 10 people aged 55 or over are affected by peripheral neuropathy.”

NHS (UK National Health Service) — Peripheral neuropathyPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Low vitamin B12 can make hands and feet numb or tingly. Metformin might reduce B12 absorption and lower B12 levels.

“Your hands and feet might become numb or tingly, a sign of nerve problems.”
“Metformin might reduce vitamin B12 absorption and lower blood levels of vitamin B12.”

NIH Office of Dietary Supplements — Vitamin B12 - Fact Sheet for ConsumersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Diabetes is the most common cause; others include alcohol use disorder, smoking and a lack of vitamin B12. Symptoms may develop quickly over days or slowly over months and years.

“Diabetes is the most common cause of peripheral nerve disorders.”
“Alcohol use disorder (AUD) and smoking.”
“Vitamin imbalances, especially a lack of vitamin B12.”
“They may develop quickly over days or slowly over months and years.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Peripheral Nerve DisordersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A clinic page headed "Diabetic Gangrene Saving Amputation" (brochure set, page 6) proposes EDTA, lumbrokinase, chlorine dioxide, calcium hypochlorite and DMSO to save legs from amputation.

“to save that we have to use EDTA and Lumbro kinase chlorine dioxide calcium Hypochlorte & DMSO by Using the method we can save legs this must be done.”

Pakistan Institute of Medical Advancement (PIMA), Karachi — clinic document — Printed brochure set, 8 pages (pages cited individually) (private clinic document; not online)Clinic document — quoted from ProperHealth’s transcription or translation of a scan; not independently verified
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The same page states that seven decades of conventional treatment have proved "unsuccessful" and "an incomplete cure".

“Last seven decades the traditional allopathic method has been used in the world the time has proved that this is unsuccessful an incomplete cure.”

Pakistan Institute of Medical Advancement (PIMA), Karachi — clinic document — Printed brochure set, 8 pages (pages cited individually) (private clinic document; not online)Clinic document — quoted from ProperHealth’s transcription or translation of a scan; not independently verified
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The clinic's Urdu brochure (in ProperHealth's translation) calls ozone therapy "the best antibacterial", says it eliminates germs in foot ulcers and gangrene "on which no antibiotic works" and reactivates "dead cells", so that wounds "start to heal very quickly".

“Ozone therapy is the best antibacterial, which also removes "Toxin Metal" from our body.”
“In particular, the germs present in foot ulcer and gangrene patients, on which no antibiotic works, are eliminated by ozone therapy.”
“Because of this, foot ulcers and gangrene start to heal very quickly.”
“Ozone therapy plays the best role in reactivating dead cells.”

Pakistan Institute of Medical Advancement (PIMA), Karachi — clinic document — Urdu trifold brochure (quoted in ProperHealth's English translation) (private clinic document; not online)Clinic document — quoted from ProperHealth’s transcription or translation of a scan; not independently verified
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The brochure also states that hundreds of legs have been saved from amputation at the clinic. It gives no records or follow-up data.

“In this institute hundreds of legs have been saved from amputation through modern allopathic treatment.”

Pakistan Institute of Medical Advancement (PIMA), Karachi — clinic document — Urdu trifold brochure (quoted in ProperHealth's English translation) (private clinic document; not online)Clinic document — quoted from ProperHealth’s transcription or translation of a scan; not independently verified
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Standard ulcer care includes debridement, in which a provider such as a podiatrist removes dead tissue so the wound can heal.

“One way to treat an ulcer is debridement.”
“A provider, such as a podiatrist, will need to do this to make sure the debridement is done correctly and does not make the injury worse.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetes - foot ulcersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Special shoes, a brace or a cast take pressure off the ulcer.

“Your provider may ask you to wear special shoes, a brace, or a special cast.”
“These devices will take the pressure off the ulcer area.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetes - foot ulcersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Foot ulcers can take weeks or even several months to heal.

“It may take weeks or even several months for foot ulcers to heal.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetes - foot ulcersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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U.S. federal regulation describes ozone as a toxic gas with no known useful medical application.

“Ozone is a toxic gas with no known useful medical application in specific, adjunctive, or preventive therapy.”

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR 801.415) — Maximum acceptable level of ozonePassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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The FDA urges people not to use MMS (chlorine dioxide) for any reason; drinking it is the same as drinking bleach.

“the FDA had strongly urged consumers not to purchase or use MMS for any reason, explaining that drinking MMS was the same as drinking bleach”

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (Office of Criminal Investigations) — Leaders of “Genesis II Church of Health and Healing,” who sold toxic bleach as fake “miracle” cure, sentencedPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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The FDA warns that relying on unproven chelation products for blood-vessel disease can delay proven care, and that chelation can cause kidney failure and death.

“FDA is concerned that patients will delay seeking proven, sometimes essential medical care, when relying on unproven OTC chelation products to treat serious conditions such as heart and blood vessel disease.”
“FDA is also concerned that chelation can result in serious side effects such as dehydration, kidney failure, and death.”

U.S. Food and Drug Administration — Questions and Answers on Unapproved Chelation ProductsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Gangrene and foot ulcers that do not get better with treatment can lead to amputation, which a surgeon may perform to stop a bad infection spreading and to save a life.

“Gangrene and foot ulcers that do not get better with treatment can lead to an amputation of your toe, foot, or part of your leg.”
“A surgeon may perform an amputation to prevent a bad infection from spreading to the rest of your body, and to save your life.”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetes & Foot ProblemsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A cut, blister or sore on a foot that does not start to heal after a few days, or skin on the foot that becomes red, warm or painful (signs of infection) — call your health care provider right away.

“Call your health care provider right away if you have”
“a cut, blister, or bruise on your foot that does not start to heal after a few days”
“skin on your foot that becomes red, warm, or painful—signs of a possible infection”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetes & Foot ProblemsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A cut, blister or sore on a foot that does not start to heal after a few days, or skin on the foot that becomes red, warm or painful (signs of infection) — call your health care provider right away.

“Contact your provider if you have any of these signs and symptoms of infection:”
“Redness, increased warmth, or swelling around the wound”
“Extra drainage”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetes - foot ulcersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A foot that is red, hot and swollen, skin turning black, a bad smell, or fever — call your health care provider right away.

“Call your health care provider right away if you have”
“a foot infection that becomes black and smelly—signs you might have gangrene”

NIDDK (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Diabetes & Foot ProblemsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A foot that is red, hot and swollen, skin turning black, a bad smell, or fever — call your health care provider right away.

“Odor”
“Fever or chills”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Diabetes - foot ulcersPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A cold, pale or blue foot, or sudden severe pain in the foot or calf — get emergency care now.

“Cold arm or leg”
“Pain in the affected area”
“Pale color of the arm or leg (pallor)”
“Go to the emergency room or call 911 or the local emergency number if you have symptoms of arterial embolism.”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Arterial embolismPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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A cold, pale or blue foot, or sudden severe pain in the foot or calf — get emergency care now.

“A leg or foot that becomes cool to the touch, pale, blue, or numb”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Peripheral artery disease - legsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side, or with face drooping or trouble speaking — call 911.

“Sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body”

NHLBI (U.S. National Institutes of Health) — Stroke - SymptomsPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side, or with face drooping or trouble speaking — call 911.

“F — Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?”
“A — Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?”
“S — Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?”
“T — Time: If you observe any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.”

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Numbness that spreads quickly, or legs that keep getting weaker — seek medical help right away. Loss of bladder or bowel control — call 911.

“Seek medical help right away if you have any of these symptoms:”
“Decreased feeling (sensation)”
“Loss of strength in the legs that gets worse over time”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Guillain-Barre syndromePassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Numbness that spreads quickly, or legs that keep getting weaker — seek medical help right away. Loss of bladder or bowel control — call 911.

“Go to a hospital or call 911 or the local emergency number if:”
“You have weakness or are unable to move, along with numbness or tingling”
“You cannot control the movement of an arm or a leg, or you have lost bladder or bowel control”

MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Numbness and tinglingPassage verified word-for-word in saved copy
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Numbness in the groin, buttocks or inner thighs with back pain — contact your provider right away. With leg weakness or loss of bladder or bowel control — call 911.

“Contact your provider right away if you have:”
“Weakness or numbness in your buttocks, thigh, leg, or pelvis”

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Numbness in the groin, buttocks or inner thighs with back pain — contact your provider right away. With leg weakness or loss of bladder or bowel control — call 911.

“Go to a hospital or call 911 or the local emergency number if:”
“You have weakness or are unable to move, along with numbness or tingling”
“You cannot control the movement of an arm or a leg, or you have lost bladder or bowel control”

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Historical perspective: Dr. Majid Ali archive

Historical perspective drawn from the authorized writings of Dr. Majid Ali, preserved in the Clarkson archive. Shown for context; it is not current medical guidance.

Top Seven Natural Remedies for Neuropathy 2015-03-06
Source of the quoted symptom description only. Its remedy list is held and appears nowhere on this page.
Insulin Neuropathy Reversed With Natural Remedies 2014-06-30
Cited to be rejected. Its reversal claim is not carried.
Ozone | Diabetic or Insulin Neuropathy 2015-05-13
Cited to be rejected outright. Ozone therapy is not discussed, offered or referred for.
Diabetes and Insulin Toxicity - Simple Questions, Simple Answers 2018-09-20
Source for the one carried observation: that he treated neuropathy as a signal about metabolic control.
Neglected and Untreated Insulin Toxicity In Neuropathy 2015-07-13
Cited to disagree with it. A three-hour insulin profile is not a standard test for neuropathy.

Claims we deliberately did not carry

That insulin or diabetic neuropathy can be reversed with natural remedies.
Rejected, not merely held. Pain treatments do not change nerve damage, and in some people the damage may be permanent.¹³³⁶ A reversal promise can cost someone the time in which control matters.
That ozone is a treatment for diabetic or insulin neuropathy.
Not an accepted treatment, and on the red list of the authorized source index. Rejected outright; ProperHealth does not discuss, offer or refer for it.
That a defined set of natural remedies (his "top seven" list, including peroxide soaks and chelation) treats neuropathy.
Diabetes experts have not made special recommendations about supplements.¹⁵ A remedy list would displace glucose control and assessment. Held for pharmacist review; not needed for this page.
That neuropathy should be diagnosed with a three-hour insulin profile.
Not standard practice. Assessment uses a foot and sensation exam and blood tests for other causes.⁹¹⁰

Safety wording awaiting sign-off

The 'When to get help now' list is ProperHealth safety wording. Each line cites the official guidance it follows, and those passages are listed above with the other claims. The wording still needs pharmacist sign-off before public use.