Can diabetes cause your back to hurt?

Question

My husband has had diabetes for many years now, and lately, his lower back pain has become really bad. He keeps complaining about it every day. Could his diabetes be making his back hurt so much, or is it something else entirely?

Rahul Kapoor · Accepted Answer

Oh god, my back aches so much these days that I feel like a 90-year-old before even getting out of bed! Uncontrolled diabetes can definitely cause muscle weakness and nerve pain in your lower back. Better get your sugar levels checked so you can finally get a decent night's sleep.

Shalini Pandey · Answer

Yes, chronic high blood sugar can lead to nerve damage, poor blood circulation, and muscle stiffness, which often manifests as persistent back pain. It is very important to keep your HbA1c in check. Please consult your physician and a physiotherapist to address this properly.

Harpreet Kaur · Answer

I used to suffer from terrible lower back pain, mere saath bhi aisa hota tha. I tried heating pads and warm oils, but I realized the ache only reduced when my doctor adjusted my daily sugar medicines. Don't rely solely on home remedies, do get your blood sugar checked.

Nidhi Patel · Answer

Yes, diabetes can sometimes contribute to back pain due to nerve inflammation or muscle strain. Please try not to lift heavy things and rest as much as you can. It would be best to consult your doctor to get the right advice.

Rajeev Malhotra · Answer

I made the mistake of ignoring my severe lower back pain for almost a year, assuming it was just from sitting at my office desk. It turned out to be nerve damage from undiagnosed, high blood sugar. Please learn from my regret and get a proper checkup immediately.

Can diabetes cause your back to hurt?

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Consult a endocrinologist

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