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4-6-1 Reducing Hyperglycaemia During Exercise

4-6-1 Reducing Hyperglycaemia During Exercise

Managing high blood glucose caused by stress hormones and insulin imbalance

High-intensity exercise, stress hormones, insufficient insulin, or overtreatment of hypoglycaemia can lead to hyperglycaemia during or after sport. Understanding the underlying mechanism helps prevent unnecessary glucose spikes while maintaining performance and safety. 

Avoid Overtreating Hypoglycaemia

Small Correction Bolus After High-Intensity Exercise

Pre- or Post-Exercise Sprint

Do Not Fully Suspend Pump During Exercise

Reduce Long-Acting Insulin Carefully (MDI Users)

Monitor Stress Hormones in Competition

Check Ketones if Glucose >14 mmol/L (250 mg/dL)

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