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disturbed nights

Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian (bsc) Feb 23. 9 Replies

Hi everyoneJust wanted to ask a quick question, If you dont get enough sleep, or a disturbed night, does it cause your sugar readings to go higher? thanks daniella xContinue

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Started this discussion. Last reply by Teena Feb 19. 11 Replies

hi everyone, Im new to the site, been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 6 weeks ago. Just letting you know a little about me. I have a very complicated home live which puts alot of stress on me, I have…Continue

 

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Jim Roach left a comment for deedee
"Welcome to TuDiabetes DeeDee!"
Feb 25
Brian (bsc) replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"I suffer from sleep apnea and at least for me it makes a huge difference. If I don't sleep well, I am assured that I will awake the next day with a wicked case of Darn Phenomenon. I have gotten treatment for my apnea and I also take melatonin…"
Feb 23
deedee replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"Hi, I wish I could go out for a long walk, im waiting for knee surgery, go in next month.but I do go on exercise bike every evening."
Feb 23
acidrock23 replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"I used to not sleep all that much, like 5ish hours most nights, w/ a couple nights where I just wouldn't sleep/ month. When I started working out a lot more, it stopped. Maybe taking a walk with junior after dinner could knock him out some and…"
Feb 23
deedee replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"thank you for your reply."
Feb 23
Monica replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"Yes it sure does ! anything that causes stress on my body whether it be physical or emotional causes my blood sugar to rise."
Feb 23
deedee replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"Many Thanks for your reply, Im barely functioning at the moment,im so tired most of the time, im getting blurred vision :("
Feb 23
Corinna replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"Wow! 4 hours of sleep is not very much at all. Don't know that I could function on that little rest, let alone manage to track my BG. In answer to your question: yes, I find that lack of sleep affects my BG. Stress also affects my BG levels as…"
Feb 23
deedee replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"Thanks for the reply, I am surviving most nights on 4 hrs sleep due to being a full time carer for my hubby and looking after my son with autism, and he dosent sleep very much. I have noticed if i have less than 4 hours sleep my sugars go up a bit."
Feb 23
JohnG replied to deedee's discussion 'disturbed nights'
"I cant say enough about how diffrent my sleep patterns are from a non PWD. I have suffered from insomnia and lack of sleep for most of my adult life. I think it just goes with the territory if your a PWD especially a T1 that has had some low BG at…"
Feb 23
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disturbed nights

Hi everyoneJust wanted to ask a quick question, If you dont get enough sleep, or a disturbed night, does it cause your sugar readings to go higher? thanks daniella xSee More
Feb 23
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Teena replied to deedee's discussion 'New to site'
"Appropriate weight loss per week may vary individually. Our metabolism rate differs. Although studies show that 1 to 2 lbs per week is "reasonable". It can be done by decreasing daily calorie intake and increasing activities. Sustainable…"
Feb 19
Melitta replied to deedee's discussion 'New to site'
"I know it is difficult, but if you can I would ask your doctor for the tests (autoantibody and c-peptide) to see if you have Type 1 diabetes/at least rule it out. If you have Type 1, you should be on insulin. And Type 2s who struggle to maintain…"
Feb 19
deedee replied to deedee's discussion 'New to site'
"Hi melitta, my doctors are useless, im not sure what type of underactive thyroid problem i have, all i was told take 75mg thyroxine a day, getting tested for anything is so hard at my gp x"
Feb 19
Melitta replied to deedee's discussion 'New to site'
"Hi DeeDee: I am so sorry for all you are going through. When you say you have an underactive thyroid, do you mean you have Hashimoto's Disease (autoimmune hypothyroidism)? If you have Hashimoto's, and with your very rapid weight loss, you…"
Feb 18

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The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
Type 2 diabetes
How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
learn knowledge and understand my diabetes better
Date diagnosed
January 14, 2013
Type of treatment/devices you use
Oral, Diet and Exercise

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At 5:30am on February 25, 2013, Jim Roach said…

Welcome to TuDiabetes DeeDee!

At 11:39am on February 17, 2013, catlover said…

Hi deedee- Welcome to TuD. We are glad you joined the community and we hope you like it here.

At 4:58am on February 17, 2013, brokenpole said…

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 information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.

At 4:54am on February 17, 2013, SEAGATOR said…

WELCOME to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!

At 7:28pm on February 16, 2013, Stemwinder said…

Welcome Deedee, There is so much information here at TuDiabetes. There are groups for people with like circumstances or interest. Blog posts where members convey their thoughts and experiences. And there are the forums where we come together for discussions.
I see you are Type 2 you might want to visit the T2 group. http://www.tudiabetes.org/groups/type2
Please feel at home, you are with friends

At 6:25pm on February 16, 2013, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home deedee!!
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. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups". Once in,
click on "all groups". You can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the
space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take a look at the group..."Type 2 Diabetics".
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AND....groups for folks with more than diabetes to contend with,
such as..."Diabetes Plus".
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!

 
 
 

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