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True, but many of us have both conditions. It's astounding how many people think snoring is normal; unless you have a cold, all snoring is abnormal according to the sleep specialists.
You may also have obstructive sleep apnea. Do you twitch in your sleep, dream you're falling or stumbling, snore? All signs of OSA. Your doctor can order a simple overnight oximetry test to be done at home, which will help clarify if you have it.
Although many overweight people have it, it's more of a structural defect in your throat. Babies are born w/it sometimes and skinny people have it.
Sorry to highjack the thread but you mentioned sleep difficulties.
Well thats kinda what started all of this was that i thought i had a problem sleeping but after the doctor asked me and the wife a bunch of questions he thought it be more of a physical problem, thats when he sent me for the blood work, everything except the blood sugar was good.
SouthernBelle is right. I don't know your BMI but people who are obese can develop obstructive sleep apnea and not know it. These people go through periods in which they aren't breathing yet are unaware of it. They will often wake up drowsy and feel like they havent' slept well. Are you a loud snorer? Are you obese? It's something I would look into if fatigue is your primary concern.
Furthermore, hypoglycemia not hyperglycemia would result in you feeling tired and fatigue. If you have elevated blood sugar, that wouldn't cause you to feel tired. It will lead to other slowly developing chronic issues ie neuropathy but not fatigue.
I hope I can answer your question. My diabetes counselor said, you have to have a snack before you go to bed. It has to have a protein with it. Like: 3 squares of graham cracker, and a little peanut butter on it. or graham cracker (3 sq) and a piece of no fat cheese. or. an small apple and that peanut butter. It really works. I am also type 2. For 9 years now. I take my time release Metformin at 7pm. that also helps. LADYBEE
metformin is the same thing I have, nobody told me when to take it, it just says once a day, iIve been taking it with dinner around 4pm, I'll start eating a snack before bed time.
honestly my doctor didn't give me any information, I've looked things up on the internet and my wife went to a 2 hour class for me (because I had to be at work) and she's been talking to people at work with diabetes and of course I have bought 3 books so far LOL
You mentioned that you were taking one pill but didn't say what it was...A lot of providers start with Metformin because it's inexpensive, effective and relatively safe. Typically doesn't cause hypoglycemia. But if you're on a sulfonylurea ("sulf") like Glipizide or Glyburide, those work differntly and can cause low blood sugar. TZDs (Actos, Avandia) reduce insulin resistance and don't usually cause those shifts. Then there are newer drugs like DPP-IV inhibitors... Best advice I could give would be to carefully monitor BG fasting and post-prandial, along with how you're feeling. Tell your doctor about it. Are you seeing a primary care/ family practice doc? If you have trouble with getting the right regimen for you, you may need to see an endocrinologist. Best of luck and health to you.
Sorry, just saw that you are taking metformin once a day. How many mgs? Metformin is more efficacious at twice daily dosing. It can cause GI upset in a lot of patients, usually start patients off on a low dose with food to minimize those side effects. You might do better when you get to twice daily dosing. Best advice I can give all my diabetic patients is make sure you get a little protein with every meal/snack. Slows the absorption of carbohydrates/surge of blood glucose/release of insulin/falling BG.
SouthernBelle is right. I don't know your BMI but people who are obese can develop obstructive sleep apnea and not know it. These people go through periods in which they aren't breathing yet are unaware of it. They will often wake up drowsy and feel like they havent' slept well. Are you a loud snorer? Are you obese? It's something I would look into if fatigue is your primary concern.
Furthermore, hypoglycemia not hyperglycemia would result in you feeling tired and fatigue. If you have elevated blood sugar, that wouldn't cause you to feel tired. It will lead to other slowly developing chronic issues ie neuropathy but not fatigue.
I guess it depends on the person. When I was diagnosed with diabetes one of my main complaints was fatigue. Even now if my blood sugar gets too high I find that I have less energy than when it's at normal levels.
i found out a few weeks ago I'm type 2 diabetic, I'm taking one pill a day and on a diet of healthy foods, my problem is that my doctor wants to see my blood under 160 2 hours after meals and around 100 to 120 in the morning, I got the after meals down to 145 to 155 but it's still around 150 to 160 in the morning, i eat dinner around 4 PM and test at 6:30 and I'll be 150 or there about. Is there something I can do, eat or drink that will help over night to lower the blood sugar? i also am taking cinnamon capsules, 2000mg a day.
The pill I'm taking is for controlling the blood sugar between meals.
I'm guessing I've had this for a few years because I have been so tired.
Unfortunately, food or drink is the problem. You need to get off the couch and exercise!!!!! You must lose weight! I know that isn't what you wanted to hear but that is the best way to use the excess glucose running around in your body. Building muscles instead of fat with help with the insulin resistance in your cells.
An interesting observation, now researchers think the type 2 is related more to a fatty liver condition rather than just the weight gain. If you have noticed there are obese folks that do not have high glucose.
So again exercise in the afternoon or at nigh and watch you intake of carbs. Lose weight and your morning glucose levels may come down. However, there is always the "Dawn phenomenon".
Unfortunately, food or drink is the problem. You need to get off the couch and exercise!!!!! You must lose weight! I know that isn't what you wanted to hear but that is the best way to use the excess glucose running around in your body. Building muscles instead of fat with help with the insulin resistance in your cells.
An interesting observation, now researchers think the type 2 is related more to a fatty liver condition rather than just the weight gain. If you have noticed there are obese folks that do not have high glucose.
So again exercise in the afternoon or at nigh and watch you intake of carbs. Lose weight and your morning glucose levels may come down. However, there is always the "Dawn phenomenon".
Well i have lost weight, I'm 5' 9" two weeks ago I was at 170, now I'm 165.
Well i have lost weight, I'm 5' 9" two weeks ago I was at 170, now I'm 165.
Good for you!!! That means your BMI is 24. That is a good range. If you still have higher glucose you may need to lose another 10% of your body weight.
However, if your insulin producing cells are filing you may need insulin. IT happens to the best of them.
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That means your BMI is 24. That is a good range. If you still have higher glucose you may need to lose another 10% of your body weight. 
