3 Signs Of Diabetes That Often Appears During Sleep

Illustration of signs of diabetes during sleep (Freepic)

JAKARTA - Diabetes is a medical condition where the body cannot produce insulin properly, which causes glucose (milco) levels in the blood to increase. There are two types of diabetes, namely type 1 diabetes and type 2.

Short-term symptoms of high blood sugar include excessive thirst or hunger, and frequent urination. Not infrequently, these symptoms can affect sleep patterns.

Having diabetes does not always mean that your sleep quality will be disrupted. More influential are the symptoms of diabetes experienced and how to deal with it.

A study analyzed 97 studies of sleep shortages and diabetes, mainly type 2 diabetes. The study concluded that the relationship between diabetes and sleep is two-way.

Properly managed diabetes can improve sleep quality. Then, sleep that is enough to support diabetes management. It is important to recognize signs of diabetes while sleeping in order to get the right treatment.

The following is a general sign experienced by people who have diabetes while sleeping, as reported by VOI from the Healthline page on Friday, November 29, 2024.

If blood sugar levels are high at night, you may wake up several times to urinate.

When the body has excessive glucose levels, the body will pull liquids from the tissue. This can cause dehydration. As a result, you may wake up and feel the need to drink water regularly.

Diabetes often affects a person's sleep quality. One of the common symptoms is hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) during sleep, which can cause serious disorders, including the sensation of shaking, dizziness to sweating.