Remember that the information presented here is not intended to replace the care of your own doctor. Before making any changes in the management of
your own illness, you should consult your physician or other qualified medical professionals.
Question
My friend has type 2 diabetes.
Why is his sugar always higher in the morning than any other time of day?
Answer
This is one of the defects of diabetes. The liver stores glucose and releases
it into the bloodstream overnight and between meals, but there may not be
enough insulin to counteract the resulting rise in blood sugar. There are
several medications available now that address this problem, and your
friend should discuss those options with his doctor.
