Sarita Rao Sarita Rao Asked 9 months ago

Can diabetes make you nauseous?

I've been feeling nauseous quite frequently recently, especially in the mornings. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a few months ago. Is there a connection between diabetes and feeling nauseous?

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Ranjit Singh Ranjit Singh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Yes, fluctuating sugar levels can absolutely cause nausea. I also have high BP and noticed that when both my sugar and pressure are out of range, I feel very sick and throw up. Regular health checkups and clean eating are very important.

Abhishek Joshi Abhishek Joshi Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I used to feel extremely nauseous every morning when my sugar levels were high, and I panicked thinking it was something very serious. But once my doctor adjusted my doses, it went away. It's actually a very common symptom, so don't worry.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Yes, it definitely does. High blood sugar can slow down your digestion, which leads to that constant heavy, nauseous feeling in your stomach. Get your HbA1c checked immediately and see a specialist.

Swati Deshmukh Swati Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Haan na, it feels very uneasy in the stomach when sugar goes high. Sometimes even the new medicines can cause this thoda nausea. You should ask your doctor to see if the dosage needs adjustment, ho na?

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Nausea can sometimes be a sign of a serious condition called DKA, especially if sugars are extremely high. I always consult my physician at Apollo for these symptoms. Please ask your doctor clearly to rule out any complications.

Lata Patel Lata Patel Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, nausea is common, especially if your body is struggling to process food due to high sugar. Avoid heavy, oily food and eat light, low-glycemic meals. If the nausea persists, check your blood ketones and consult your doctor.

Manpreet Kaur Manpreet Kaur Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

My son gets very nauseous whenever his sugar levels spike too high. We always make sure he drinks plenty of water and we check his readings immediately. Please keep a close eye on the sugar levels and consult your pediatrician.

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Nirmala Devi Nirmala Devi Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

When the body is out of balance, it sends signals like nausea. Take deep breaths, stay positive, and drink thoda warm water. Taking care of your diet and keeping a calm mind will surely help you feel better soon.

Saraswathi Amma Saraswathi Amma Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Yes child, high sugar can cause heat in the stomach and make you feel sick. You can chew on a small piece of ginger or drink warm water, but remember to take your doctor's medicines on time as well. Don't rely only on home tips.

Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Actually yaar, my sugar crashed to 60 last week and I felt super nauseous and shaky. It was so bad. You should always keep some biscuits or glucose handy because fluctuating sugar levels really mess up your stomach.

Hardik Patel Hardik Patel Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Bro, when my diabetes was first diagnosed, I felt like puking all the time. It was just because my glucose levels were constantly touching 280. Once my doctor started me on the right meds, the nausea totally vanished.

Sneha Gupta Sneha Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I have been feeling so nauseous lately after starting my new diabetes medicines. Does anyone else get this feeling? I am constantly worried if my body is rejecting the medication or if my sugar is dropping too fast.

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