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What happens to diabetic patients with nocturnal hypoglycemia?
As an experienced doctor, I often encounter patients asking questions about diabetes, among which nocturnal hypoglycemia is one of the concerns of many patients. So, why are diabetics prone to hypoglycemia at night?
And how do we deal with it?Below, I will give you a detailed answer from a professional point of view.
First, we need to understand what hypoglycemia is. Hypoglycemia is when blood sugar levels are lower than the normal range (usually <70 mg dl), which can cause patients to experience a range of symptoms such as sweating, shaking, dizziness, palpitation, etc. If hypoglycemia lasts for a long time, it can also lead to coma and even brain damage.
Why are diabetics prone to hypoglycemia at night?This is mainly related to the following factors:
1.Inadequate dinner intake: Some patients control their diet at night, resulting in inadequate carbohydrate intake, which in turn triggers the night.
Hypoglycemia. 2.Exercise after dinner: Exercising after dinner can help lower blood sugar levels, but if you exercise for too long or too much, it can easily lead to low blood sugar at night.
3.Drug effects: Some diabetic patients may cause hypoglycemia at night after the use of hypoglycemic drugs, especially long-acting hypoglycemic drugs.
4.Nocturnal growth hormone secretion: During the night, especially in the early hours of the morning, the body's growth hormone secretion increases, which can lead to an increase in blood sugar. If people with diabetes have insufficient growth hormone secretion or are not sensitive to growth hormone, it may lead to nocturnal hypoglycemia.
So, how to deal with nocturnal hypoglycemia?Here are some suggestions:
1.Arrange dinner wisely: Diabetics should ensure that they consume the right amount of carbohydrates at each meal and avoid eating too little at dinner. At the same time, the intake of protein and fat can be appropriately increased to maintain stable blood sugar levels.
2.Avoid strenuous exercise after dinner: People with diabetes should exercise moderately after dinner and avoid strenuous exercise that can lead to nocturnal hypoglycemia. It is recommended to do light exercise such as walking, tai chi, etc. 1-2 hours after dinner.
3.Adjust the dose of the drug: If nocturnal hypoglycemia is suspected to be related to the drug, the patient is advised to consult the doctor promptly to adjust the dose or type of hypoglycemic drug.
4.Monitor blood sugar at night: Diabetics can monitor their blood sugar levels regularly at night so that hypoglycemia can be detected and treated in time.
5.Schedule your sleep schedule: Maintaining a regular sleep schedule can help maintain a stable blood sugar level. Diabetics are advised to maintain a regular schedule and avoid staying up late or overexertion.
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!