Can stress raise blood glucose?

[Jane Lockyer]

Does anyone know if stress could be causing blood sugars to rise? About one year ago diagnosed Parkinsons life became more difficult, since when blood sugars on the up. Taking cocareldopa for Parkinsons.

 

[Leadinglights]

Does anyone know if stress could be causing blood sugars to rise? About one year ago diagnosed Parkinsons life became more difficult, since when blood sugars on the up. Taking cocareldopa for Parkinsons.

Pretty sure stress is one of the factors that can cause elevated blood glucose.
What diabetes management strategy are you following?
Is there anything that people can help you with at the moment.

 

[grovesy]

Stress is one of many things that can cause the blood glucose rise.

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Welcome to the forum @Jane Lockyer

I’ve moved your post, and the replies you have received into its own thread so it doesn't get muddled with another topic 🙂

Yes stress, excitement, anxiety, illness or injury can all release stress hormones which can lead to an increase in glucose levels.

However different people seem to have different sensitivities to the effect, with some seeing a dramatic response, while for others it’s barely noticeable.

 

[Deleted member 21371]

Definitely.
Stress really pushes up BG.