Showering

[Woodywoodpecker]

Hope this question is not too personal or stupid. Just wondering if anyone else’s glucose goes low when having a shower. Have always loved a hot shower before bed, but finding it goes low now. So am tending to wait till after had meal and it’s a bit higher

 

[Leadinglights]

Hope this question is not too personal or stupid. Just wondering if anyone else’s glucose goes low when having a shower. Have always loved a hot shower before bed, but finding it goes low now. So am tending to wait till after had meal and it’s a bit higher

I think this has been mentioned, that people can go low in the shower and they should keep hypo treatments in the bathroom within easy reach.

 

[Woodywoodpecker]

Do take hypo stuff in with me, but just feel it’s as quick as can get in and out thank you

 

[Inka]

Hope this question is not too personal or stupid. Just wondering if anyone else’s glucose goes low when having a shower. Have always loved a hot shower before bed, but finding it goes low now. So am tending to wait till after had meal and it’s a bit higher

You’ll find that certain times work best for showers. I tend to avoid showering after a meal because it can make the bolus be absorbed quicker. I find the morning before breakfast best. You always need to think about your insulin whatever you do unfortunately, even simple things like a shower.

 

[rebrascora]

A hot shower particularly after exercise can really drop you, because you have the impact of the exercise and the warmth and relaxation of the shower. A bath can do the same. I don't find it so much of an issue now as I used to do when I was first diagnosed. Not sure if that is because I have very little (if any) endogenous insulin production left or I have just become better at managing my levels so there is less insulin to drop me. Gradually you get used to checking levels before these things and topping up if necessary before you start. It is all part of the game, but yes it is known to happen.

 

[Woodywoodpecker]

You’ll find that certain times work best for showers. I tend to avoid showering after a meal because it can make the bolus be absorbed quicker. I find the morning before breakfast best. You always need to think about your insulin whatever you do unfortunately, even simple things like a shower.

Yeah feels like a full time job

 

[Woodywoodpecker]

A hot shower particularly after exercise can really drop you, because you have the impact of the exercise and the warmth and relaxation of the shower. A bath can do the same. I don't find it so much of an issue now as I used to do when I was first diagnosed. Not sure if that is because I have very little (if any) endogenous insulin production left or I have just become better at managing my levels so there is less insulin to drop me. Gradually you get used to checking levels before these things and topping up if necessary before you start. It is all part of the game, but yes it is known to happen.

I always check before I get in, these are the things u don’t think will effect glucose, it’s all a learning cure thanks

 

[rebrascora]

Yes, all part of the hundred plus extra things we have to consider each day when we manage our diabetes with insulin.

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Not a silly question at all @Woodywoodpecker 🙂

With a few more years of pancreas impersonation under your belt, you might have chanced upon warnings on things like Hot Tubs, or Saunas, saying they aren’t suitable for people with diabetes - and from what I can tell that’s because of the hypo risk.

Warmth can dilate the fine blood vessels, and increase insulin sensitivity.

You can experience similar effects if on holiday in a hot country.

As with all things, it will most likely vary from one person to another. So it’s good in a way that you’ve noticed it in a controlled environment - so now you can be on your guard in warm situations in the future (and steer clear of saunas!)

 

[Woodywoodpecker]

Not a silly question at all @Woodywoodpecker 🙂

With a few more years of pancreas impersonation under your belt, you might have chanced upon warnings on things like Hot Tubs, or Saunas, saying they aren’t suitable for people with diabetes - and from what I can tell that’s because of the hypo risk.

Warmth can dilate the fine blood vessels, and increase insulin sensitivity.

You can experience similar effects if on holiday in a hot country.

As with all things, it will most likely vary from one person to another. So it’s good in a way that you’ve noticed it in a controlled environment - so now you can be on your guard in warm situations in the future (and steer clear of saunas!)

Thank you tried a sauna last year not for me, far too hot. But wud never have thought about sauna or hot tub. Struggled a bit with anxiety about it all, I know it is stupid but thought I wud die having a hypo. Struggled to get back to work, but they were brilliant letting me go back a few hours at a time. Still not great out and about but getting there, driving has suffered the most