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What Induces Frequent Sleep In Diabetic Patients?
my husband is a type 1 diabetic for 30 yrs. If he sits down for more than 10-15 minutes he goes to sleep. He sleeps whenever he is home, at the movies, etc. His gluecose levels are controlled and his A1C level is excellent. Why does he sleep so much?
Thu, 5 Jun 2014
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His tired state may not be related to his diabetes since it is in control.
There are different causes for fatigue such as: (1)anemia
(2)insomnia or other sleep disorders
(3)uncontrolled chronic diseases
(4)side effect of medication
(5)obstructive sleep apnoea
(6)excess physical exertion
If it is disturbing to him, he may want to consider assessment by his doctor. This would include physical examination and blood tests.
I hope this helps
His tired state may not be related to his diabetes since it is in control.
There are different causes for fatigue such as: (1)anemia
(2)insomnia or other sleep disorders
(3)uncontrolled chronic diseases
(4)side effect of medication
(5)obstructive sleep apnoea
(6)excess physical exertion
If it is disturbing to him, he may want to consider assessment by his doctor. This would include physical examination and blood tests.
I hope this helps
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Dear madam i can understand your concern.
most of symptoms you mentioned can be explained in two most probable conditions
1.i suggest yo to check for thyroid profile in a condition called hypothyroidism there we be similar picture.
2.in long term diabets this kind of symptomd are seen due to neuropathy.
i suggest to check his blood sugars little often as hypoglycemia should be ruled out
Hope I was able to help you.
If you have any further question fell free to write me back.I will be happy to help.
Take care.
Best Regards.
Dr Vamsi Krishna
Consultant Diabetologist
Apollo Hospitals
most of symptoms you mentioned can be explained in two most probable conditions
1.i suggest yo to check for thyroid profile in a condition called hypothyroidism there we be similar picture.
2.in long term diabets this kind of symptomd are seen due to neuropathy.
i suggest to check his blood sugars little often as hypoglycemia should be ruled out
Hope I was able to help you.
If you have any further question fell free to write me back.I will be happy to help.
Take care.
Best Regards.
Dr Vamsi Krishna
Consultant Diabetologist
Apollo Hospitals
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