Diabetes is a serious condition that can develop subtly, with many symptoms appearing at night. Recognizing these signs early can be life-changing.
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Frequent Urination
Waking multiple times at night to urinate may indicate high blood sugar, as your kidneys work harder to flush out excess glucose. -
Night Sweats
Low blood sugar (nocturnal hypoglycemia) can cause intense sweating while sleeping. Monitoring glucose levels and adjusting medication can help. -
Hypoglycemia Symptoms
Beyond sweating, symptoms include hunger, confusion, blurred vision, and palpitations—especially dangerous while asleep. -
Restless Legs Syndrome
This urge to move your legs, often from nerve damage due to diabetes, can disrupt sleep and signal diabetic neuropathy. -
Sleep Apnea
Common in diabetics, sleep apnea causes breathing pauses at night, leading to fatigue. Obesity and insulin resistance often link the two. -
Increased Thirst
Dry mouth and frequent thirst during the night result from dehydration due to high blood sugar. -
Fatigue
Even with sleep, diabetes-related energy loss may leave you exhausted. -
Dry Mouth
High glucose levels can reduce saliva production, disrupting rest. -
Sleep Disorders
Fluctuating blood sugar leads to insomnia or broken sleep. Stable levels are key.
