What Causes Drowsiness In A Type 2 Diabetic Person?

Posted on Mon, 20 Jun 2016

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Question : I'm 78 in generally good health. Have experienced low back pain for which had chiro adjustments for 2weeks;taking antibiotics for a minor skin infection,am a type 2diebetic controlled by diet and exercise and recently get sleepy in afternoon l out of 3 days a week.Should I be concerned Wat do I do?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Check sugars

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
I would suggest that you test your sugars when you feel drowsy.
In the entire history provided, that's the only thing that can cause you to feel drowsy.
I suggest testing sugars with your regular glucometer when you feel drowsy.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible.
I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar