October 25, 2005
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
I am a 31 year old female with type 2 diabetes. Does having diarrhea make my blood sugar go up? Why or why not?Answer
Diarrhea can lead to dehydration which may elevate blood sugar levels because the glucose is less diluted.And any stress (such as illness) may result in hyperglycemia
