Somogyi Effect vs Dawn Phenomenon
Here's a simple way to remember what is happening with insulin in these two causes of elevated fasting morning glucose level:
The Somogyi Effect is a "rebound" hyperglycemia cause by too much insulin.
The Dawn Phenomenon is a morning hyperglycemia due to insufficient insulin to counter the normal physiologic morning rise in glucose.
Thanks to Dr. Mariano Olmo.
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