I agree with Teena. I think u should get tested for neuropathy. In fact it is always better to get it done once every year even if ur BS are normal. as Holger pointed out 8.5 is definitely on the higher side. How damaging can a high BS can be changes from individual to individual. Some people are lucky that a 7ish may not cause any permanent damage but in some that may not be a good control.
Also when u see ur doctor always inform him any kind of discomfort u r experiencing.
In your case u said that ur feet have been hurting for months and months now. Being a T1 diabetic it is very important to catch the symptoms as early as possible.
