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Does Type1 Make You Feel Exhausted? On A Scale Of 1–no Issue And Up To 10-awful?

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Columbus, OH

I feel tired often. But it also may be my recent dementia diagnosis.

August 17, 2024
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Type 1 diabetes can indeed cause significant fatigue. Here are some key points from the knowledge base:

- Common Symptom: Fatigue is among the most common symptoms of type 1 diabetes
- Blood Sugar Levels: High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can interfere with how your body uses sugar for energy, contributing to tiredness.
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Type 1 diabetes can indeed cause significant fatigue. Here are some key points from the knowledge base:

- Common Symptom: Fatigue is among the most common symptoms of type 1 diabetes.
- Blood Sugar Levels: High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can interfere with how your body uses sugar for energy, contributing to tiredness.
- Daily Impact: Many people with type 1 diabetes report feeling exhausted daily, with fatigue affecting their ability to complete daily tasks.
- Sleep Disruption: Blood sugar fluctuations and complications like neuropathy can disrupt sleep, further contributing to fatigue.

On a scale of 1 to 10, many people with type 1 diabetes might rate their fatigue closer to the higher end, reflecting a significant impact on their daily lives.

August 17, 2024
A myT1Dteam Member

So I broke some rule? Rating (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators)

November 15, 2024
A myT1Dteam Member

The question was to rate tiredness on a 1 to 10 scale

November 14, 2024
A myT1Dteam Member

What is 9?

September 30, 2024
A myT1Dteam Member

9

September 5, 2024

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