Diabetic nausea is a symptom of gastroparesis, a condition in which the stomach fails to empty properly. This is due to the digestive nerves being damaged as a result of blood sugar levels being too high for a number of years. People with gastroparesis often get full prematurely after meals and therefore lose weight without trying. Vomiting is sometimes a symptom of the condition too. Keeping good blood sugar control may help reduce symptoms and eating small, well-cooked meals as well.

Diabetic nausea and/or vomiting could also be a result hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) as well. If you have a touch of diabetic nausea, you should check to see if your blood sugar levels are too low or too high, and begin to bring them back to a normal level. If you are experiencing nausea in diabetes, it may be caused by an internal infection or even be a symptom of a heart attack, according to MedicineNet.com. Therefore, it may be best to consult with your doctor when you are having trouble with diabetic nausea.

 

Diabetic Nausea & Sick Days

 

If you are experiencing diabetic nausea due to an illness such as a cold or flu, you should check your blood sugar every four hours at minimum. You should also check your temperature often. Checkingyour ketone levels is important as well, especially if you are a type-1 diabetic. If you are having trouble keeping food or liquids down, the American Diabetes Association suggests that you continue taking your medications. However, some sources say not to do so. It may be best to contact your doctor if you are unsure. You should also contact your doctor if:

  • Your blood sugar is continuallystaying high
  • You are unable to keep solids or liquids down
  • You have a high fever
  • You have diarrhea or are vomiting

 

When you are experiencing diabetic nausea, be sure to drink plenty of liquids to avoid dehydration and to keep your blood sugar levels steady. This is particularly true if you are having trouble keeping foods down. Water is of course your best choice. WebMd.com also recommends that you eat or drink about 45 to 50 grams of a carbohydrate every 3 or 4 hours to avoid hypoglycemia. Recommended carbohydrates that are easy on the stomach include:

  • 1 cup of soup or broth
  • ½ cup of regular gelatin
  • ½ cup or a soft drink
  • ½ Popsicle
  • ½ cup of juice
  • ½ cup of a sports drink