"If she is taking medications (including so Homeopathic), those could cause high blood sugars. I believe steroids may be prescribed for Alopecia, and steroids are known to cause your blood sugar to skyrocket."
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Unexplained Extremely high blood sugar
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian (bsc) Jan 24. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Hello All,My fiancee is having very high blood sugar since last 15 days or so (having atleast one reading in 300) since she joined this Body Care Unit where they provide her with heat therapy and…Continue
Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping
Started this discussion. Last reply by Inderjot Dec 24, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Hello People,I am new member here and i have one question. My fiancee who is a type 1 diabetic has this habit of taking insulin (long acting) in morning and then sleeping for 2-4 hours only on…Continue
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"It sounds like these changes have some effect on her Diabetes. I know that extreme heat does affect our blood sugar. I don't know what kind of heat therapy she's receiving but if it's sauna type of heat where you sit in it for awhile…"
Inderjot posted a discussionUnexplained Extremely high blood sugar
Hello All,My fiancee is having very high blood sugar since last 15 days or so (having atleast one reading in 300) since she joined this Body Care Unit where they provide her with heat therapy and Sauna massage for weight loss. Also, at the same time she has started with Homeopathic treatment for Alopecia. She says that her hunger has also increased during the day.Her blood sugar was under decent control before she started with these activities but now she has to take more injections and more…See More
Inderjot replied to Inderjot's discussion 'Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping'"Yes....we met because of our diabetes. In India, there is a diabetic matrimonial website, a group where all diabetics share their profile for marriage. It was very lucky for me as i could find her :)"
rubidoux replied to Inderjot's discussion 'Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping'"Holy cow, two type I's together! Did you guys meet through your diabetes somehow? The have only met a few type I's in my life, and two of those were before I was dx'd. The others have all been pump trainers or doctors."
brokenpole left a comment for Inderjot"Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for…"
Inderjot replied to Inderjot's discussion 'Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping'"Firstly, thanks a lot for your reply. I was really worried but i feel your response should reduce my fears a bit :)And to answer you....yes she is a long-standing diabetic and this is her usual practice..i mean taking insulin and sleeping…"
rubidoux replied to Inderjot's discussion 'Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping'"Is she a long-standing diabetic? And is this her usual practice? Is it Lantus that she takes every day at the same time, but on sundays she's able to sleep in, so she takes it and goes back to bed? If any or all of these are true, that seems…"
Inderjot replied to Inderjot's discussion 'Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping'"Thanks a lot for your reply, will ask her to monitor her blood sugar carefully."
Linda G left a comment for Inderjot"We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Inderjot! This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance.…"
FHS replied to Inderjot's discussion 'Taking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping'"Hi Inderjot,
In and of itself, no. Depending on which long acting insulin she's taking, you're looking at peak action starting right about the time she wakes up, give or take. Many of us will take our long acting, or used to take in my…"
Inderjot posted a discussionTaking long acting insulin and immediately sleeping
Hello People,I am new member here and i have one question. My fiancee who is a type 1 diabetic has this habit of taking insulin (long acting) in morning and then sleeping for 2-4 hours only on Sundays ( or any holidays). My question is that does this have any dangerous impact on her blood sugar levels. Her HB1AC is 7Thank You.Regards, InderjotSee More
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- At 4:24am on December 24, 2012, brokenpole said…
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We're so happy that you're finally here!
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