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Hypoglycemia at night is easy to be ignored, and diabetics can't help but prevent it!
In our daily lives, we sometimes feel physically unwell, especially some symptoms that appear at night, which are often ignored by us. Among them, nocturnal hypoglycemia is a problem that is very easy to be overlooked, especially for diabetic patients, which should be paid enough attention.
As an experienced doctor, I will explain in detail the causes, harms and preventive measures of nocturnal hypoglycemia from a professional perspective.
1. Causes of nocturnal hypoglycemia.
Nocturnal hypoglycemia is mainly caused by eating too little at dinner, exercising too much at night, and improper use of hypoglycemic drugs. When the human body is asleep at night, the metabolism slows down, the demand for energy is relatively reduced, and if the dinner intake is insufficient or the exercise is excessive, it is easy to lead to the occurrence of hypoglycemia at night. In addition, some people with diabetes who use hypoglycemic drugs may also trigger nocturnal hypoglycemia if the dose is too large or the time is not appropriate.
2. The harm of nocturnal hypoglycemia.
The harm of nocturnal hypoglycemia to the body should not be underestimated. First of all, it can affect the quality of sleep, leading to a decrease in the quality of sleep, and even symptoms such as insomnia and dreaminess. Second, nocturnal hypoglycemia may lead to an increase in fasting blood sugar the next morning, causing discomfort to the patient.
In addition, nocturnal hypoglycemia may also induce cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, such as angina, myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, etc., which seriously threatens the life safety of patients.
3. Preventive measures for nocturnal hypoglycemia.
In order to prevent the occurrence of nocturnal hypoglycemia, patients can start from the following aspects: First, arrange dinner reasonably to ensure adequate calorie and nutrient intake. People with diabetes should avoid excessive dieting or skipping dinner. Secondly, arrange your work and rest time reasonably and avoid overexertion or strenuous exercise. Before going to bed, you can do some relaxation activities, such as soaking your feet, listening**, etc. At the same time, it is necessary to follow the doctor's guidance and use hypoglycemic drugs correctly. If you find symptoms of hypoglycemia at night, you should measure your blood sugar in time and eat some sugary foods or drinks to relieve your symptoms.
Thank you for taking the time to read our article. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. I wish you all the best!