Low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia, is a serious concern for individuals with diabetes type 1. It can occur if you take too much insulin, do not eat enough, or engage in more physical activity than normal. Even when trying to control your diabetes, low blood sugar can happen. Knowing the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia is crucial to ensure timely treatment.
Some people experience symptoms when their blood sugar levels drop below 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). However, this is not the same for everyone. You may feel shaky when your blood sugar has not decreased as much as expected. Your healthcare team can tell you what your threshold is.
Some people have low blood sugar during the night, which can cause nightmares, shouting while sleeping, sweating, or irritability upon waking up.
Even when your blood sugar levels drop only slightly, you may feel anxious and agitated. This is due to adrenaline, a hormone released by “fight or flight” response. You may also experience other mild to moderate symptoms:
– If you don’t increase your blood sugar level quickly enough, these symptoms can worsen.
– You may faint.
These severe symptoms require emergency treatment immediately. Your family, friends, and colleagues should be aware of these symptoms and know what to do in case they happen.
Many people with low blood sugar do not show any symptoms. This is known as hypoglycemia asymptomatic or silent hypoglycemia. It can occur if you have frequent episodes of low blood sugar. Over time, you may stop noticing the signs and symptoms. Hypoglycemic unawareness is a serious condition that requires more frequent monitoring of your blood sugar levels.
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Visit Michoes Medical Centre in Kumi, Uganda for professional guidance and treatment of low blood sugar or hypoglycemia. Our experienced doctors are here to help you manage your condition effectively.
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