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Stress and Sadness = High Readings?

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I've just lost someone who meant the world to me and the pain is almost unbearable. I haven't eaten for 2 days but my blood sugar is elevated and still rising. My wife is worrying about me as well as trying to cope with our loss.
I have taken my insulin as normal as my glucose continues to rise. Does stress/sadness have this effect, or should I be worried that something else is going on. Where is the glucose coming from when I am not eating and only drinking water?
 
Hi JY im very sorry to hear about the loss you have suffered, stress/worry anything like that will almost certainly effect your BS levels, also dont forget you say you aint ate for 2 days thats not really a good thing to do even though your going through all this anxiety atm its even more important to us diabetics then most to make sure we eat even if its a slice of toast to tide you over.I hope in time the pain your suffering you and your wife passes and you can think fond memories of your friend/family member.
 
Sorry to hear of your loss.

Yes, stress can increase blood glucose levels in many people. Can you adjust your insulin doses to keep your levels nearer normal? You may find your appetite improves with better levels.
 
I'm really sorry to hear of your loss. Grief / stress definitely affects my bg levels - generally they rocket up. Please do try & make yourself eat - as Steff said even a piece of toast or a banana will help you & you can't keep functioning like this. It might be that your liver is dumping sugar into your ststem because you're not eating & bolusing too. I'm sure the person you are grieving for would not want you to make yourself or your wife ill with stress...I know it all feels impossible right now but just take one day at a time, and look after yourself. Thinking of you. Xxx
 
Sorry to hear your news. Hope you manage to work through these difficult days. Look after yourself.
 
Just wanted to add that I am thinking of you - so sorry to hear of your loss. I think others have given good advice about your blood sugars, do look after yourself.x
 
I'm really sorry to hear of your sad loss. Please take care of yourself though, you need to keep your strength for the days/weeks ahead. Thinking of you.
 
Thank you all for your messages. I cannot describe the feeling of sadness and loss of a life cut short.
I didn't think it was possible to hurt this much and still be breathing.
Kelly.
 
So sorry to hear of your loss - please accept my sincere sympathy. I will keep you in my thoughts x
 
I'm so sorry for your sad loss. I lost my father 4 years ago and my mother feb this year. I do understand how it leaves you feeling totally empty inside I can't even begin to get over my mothers death as an inquest was ordered. It will be, nearly, 5 months since she died when the inquest is to be held.July 17th. Do try and eat. Try eating tiny bits quite often. I found that was all I was able to do. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
I'm really sorry to hear of your loss.
 
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