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📊 Why Diabetics Are Managed So Carefully in Hospitals
Blood sugar goes haywire during illness — here's how they control it.
Illness Causes Blood Sugar Spikes
- When you are sick or injured, your body releases **stress hormones** to help you fight the challenge.
- These hormones naturally push your blood sugar levels higher, even if you are not eating much.
- This response is a normal survival mechanism, but it creates a dangerous environment for a diabetic.
- Managing this balance is a primary focus of your hospital care.
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