What happens to blood glucose overnight - Dr Pratik ... - Dafne
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The dawn<br />
phenomenon<br />
• > 10,000 patients surveyed<br />
• Marked basal rise between<br />
0400 - 0800 in post pubertal<br />
patients.<br />
• Seen in 20-30% T1 pts<br />
• Due <strong>to</strong> a rise in frequency<br />
and amplitude of growth<br />
hormone pulses through the<br />
night<br />
• Possible contribution from<br />
increase in cortisol in the<br />
morning<br />
Bachran et al; Pediatric Diabetes 2012: 13: 1–5
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