Here are 9 signs of diabetes that often appear or worsen at night, and are easy to miss during the day:
🌙 9 Signs of Diabetes That Appear at Night
1. Frequent Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
High blood sugar causes the kidneys to flush out excess glucose, waking you multiple times to urinate.
2. Excessive Thirst at Night
Fluid loss from frequent urination leads to intense thirst, even during the night.
3. Night Sweats
Blood sugar fluctuations—especially low blood sugar—can trigger sweating during sleep.
4. Restless or Poor Sleep
High or low blood sugar can interfere with sleep quality, causing frequent awakenings.
5. Leg Cramps or Tingling
Diabetic neuropathy or circulation issues often become more noticeable when lying down.
6. Itchy Skin at Night
High glucose levels can cause dry skin and fungal infections that itch more at night.
7. Snoring or Sleep Apnea
Diabetes is closely linked to sleep apnea, which often worsens during nighttime hours.
8. Acid Reflux or Heartburn
Diabetes can slow digestion (gastroparesis), leading to nighttime reflux symptoms.
9. Morning Headaches or Fatigue
Nighttime blood sugar swings can leave you feeling unrefreshed or headachy in the morning.
⚠️ Important Note
Many people with diabetes—especially Type 2 diabetes—don’t notice symptoms until complications begin. Nighttime signs can be early clues worth checking.
A simple fasting glucose or HbA1c test can confirm whether blood sugar levels are abnormal.
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