Type 2 Nightime bloods

[timbo1970]

Worried bloods will fall too low during the night,want to go to bed but bloods at 6.2 and feeling rough

 

[Mrsass]

6.2 is a good level to go to bed on, why do you feel concerned? Just the feeling rough?

 

[timbo1970]

Just feels like my bloods are much lower

 

[Lamont D]

You are probably feeling 'false hypos'!

This is when, your blood glucose levels drop sharply and your body is adjusting to the new levels.

This will take a few days, don't worry too much and keep an eye on your bloods.

 

[AndBreathe]

Just feels like my bloods are much lower

Did you re-test to ensure the 6.2 reading was accurate?

Otherwise, what sort of score would you usually be at this time of night? When were you diagnosed?

 

[timbo1970]

They are usually around 7-7.5 diagnosed about six years ago

 

[AndBreathe]

They are usually around 7-7.5 diagnosed about six years ago

It's a little lower than usual though, but it isn't "low" in clinical terms. If you're used to running a bit higher, your body can sometimes make things a bit uncomfortable as it's outside it's comfort zone. But, at 6.2 there's no clinical need to do anything. If you feel grotty and don't think you will sleep, then a cup of tea with some milk, or a spoonful or two of something yoghurt would probably be enough for you to feel better after 10 or 15 minutes.

 

[timbo1970]

Thank you for your advice,cup of tea sounds like a plan