My insulin is high

[EdselLopez]

Why is it that before I go bed my readings are fine then after my night insulin when I’m getting up they are higher then after taking morning insulin for my breakfast with a little extra to try bring it down it goes even higher again,it’s only just started doing this,anyone with a possible reason.

 

[EllieM]

Hi @EdselLopez and welcome to the forums.

Can I ask what type of diabetes you have? How long have you been on insulin?

A lot of people experience something called the dawn phenomena where their livers pump out sugar first thing in the morning.
The Liver and Blood Glucose Levels (diabetes.co.uk)

Others go hypo at night and get a rebound high in the morning and there are probably other causes out there.

Personally I find that I have to inject bolus in the morning even if I don't eat at all, so you certainly aren't alone with this issue.

 

[Antje77]

Why is it that before I go bed my readings are fine then after my night insulin when I’m getting up they are higher then after taking morning insulin for my breakfast with a little extra to try bring it down it goes even higher again,it’s only just started doing this,anyone with a possible reason.

Hi @EdselLopez , it takes time to find the right dose of insulin. Are you having regular contact with your diabetes nurse to talk about how to adjust your doses?