Did you do steroids.
My numbers went sky high when I was prescribed oral prednisone.
What did you eat. Be specific with foods and amounts.
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That kind of overnight jump is definitely frustrating, especially when you're doing everything right! There are actually several reasons this can happen even when you're being careful with your meds and diet.
Here are some common culprits worth considering:
- The Dawn Phenomenon — Between 4–8 a.m., your body naturally Show Full Answer
That kind of overnight jump is definitely frustrating, especially when you're doing everything right! There are actually several reasons this can happen even when you're being careful with your meds and diet.
Here are some common culprits worth considering:
- The Dawn Phenomenon — Between 4–8 a.m., your body naturally releases hormones that raise blood sugar. With diabetes, there may not be enough insulin to counteract this
- Lantus timing — If your long-acting insulin is wearing off too soon, blood sugar can rise before your next dose kicks in
- The Somogyi Effect — If your blood sugar dips too low overnight, your body can overcorrect and spike high. Watch for signs like night sweats or restless sleep
- Stress or illness — Even mild stress or a bug can trigger hormones like cortisol that raise glucose
- Carbs before bed — Even a small snack with carbs can have an overnight effect
A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) would be really helpful here — it tracks what's happening while you sleep so you and your doctor can pinpoint the cause.
Don't adjust your Lantus dose on your own though. Bring these readings to your healthcare provider so they can review your treatment plan safely.
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