Dawn Phenomenon: does not necessarily happen to all individuals with Type 1 diabetes, but it is quite common. Individuals will see a SPIKE in sugar levels early in the morning.
Cause: Triggered by natural hormonal surges in the early morning, such as cortisol and growth hormone, which increase blood glucose levels.
Management: People with Type 1 diabetes may need to adjust their insulin regimen or pump settings to manage these early morning sugar spikes effectively.
Monitoring: Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels in the early morning can help identify and manage dawn phenomenon.
Managing dawn phenomenon often requires personalized adjustments in diabetes treatment plans, so it's important for individuals to work closely with their healthcare provider to address these changes.