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08/28/09 04:10 PM

"Does Diabetes 2 contribute to headaches"
Asked By: oaklandcop5  
Category: Neuropathy

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I have headaches every day, in the morning when I get up and throught the day. I have Type 2 Diabetes and high blood pressure. I take a beta blocker and a prevenative pill to combat the headaches without success. This has been going on for at least 20 years.

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09/02/09 06:22 PM

Headaches can have a variety of causes including stress, elevated blood pressure & possibly poor blood sugar control (high or low). Morning headaches can also be a sign of sleep apnea which has a significantly high prevalence in people with diabetes. Even though the current medication you are on is not working and you have had this problem for a long time - don't give up. I would recommend you talk with your primary care provider and get a sleep study done to rule out sleep apnea or if you have sleep apnea it can be treated and this may relieve your headaches. I would also recommend a neurology consult. You need a complete workup for the cause of your long standing problem. There are many new medications for the treatment of chronic headaches. Do not under estimate the powerful effect of stress management techniques like meditation & deep breathing exercises. Alternative treatments like acupuncture should also be considered. You do not have to just put up with the pain. Chronic pain is a stressor that can cause elevated blood sugars and elevated blood pressure.
Answered By: Beth McKinzie
Accreditations: RN, BSN, CDE
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