- Messages
- 6
- Type of diabetes
- Type 2
- Treatment type
- Diet only
Hi all,
I have both type 2, hypothyroidism and Addison's disease. As a result my adrenal glands have stopped producing cortisone instead I take a replacement dose. I'm told cortisol helps promote the liver in releasing glucose.
I have to increase the dose of hydrocortisone at times of stress, both physical or mental. Would this dose increase push up my blood sugar?
I'm new to diabetes and at present its controlled by diet but I was wondering if I need to test my blood sugar more in times of stress?
Geoff
I have both type 2, hypothyroidism and Addison's disease. As a result my adrenal glands have stopped producing cortisone instead I take a replacement dose. I'm told cortisol helps promote the liver in releasing glucose.
I have to increase the dose of hydrocortisone at times of stress, both physical or mental. Would this dose increase push up my blood sugar?
I'm new to diabetes and at present its controlled by diet but I was wondering if I need to test my blood sugar more in times of stress?
Geoff