Relieving Low Blood Sugar Symptoms
For Greater Diabetic Health
Signs of low blood sugar symptoms is more prevalent in type 1 diabetes mainly because this individual's pancreas is no longer capable of producing any or maybe very little insulin in the body's beta cells. For everyone's diabetic health, the hormone insulin is mandatory for the daily usage in every human body as our source of energy. Self-monitoring as scheduled, plus adding frequent checks during high usage situations such as prolonged intense exercise, stressful events or any kind of illness usually demands a higher rate of insulin usage because of the extra strain on the body. So continuous monitoring is needed to prevent the symptoms of hypoglycemia or low blood sugar. What Are Some Common Low Blood Sugar SymptomsRegardless whether you are a type 1 or type 2 diabetic, either of these conditions may lead to an episode of low blood sugar symptoms. Some common signs that your sugars has dropped rapidly (to around 60 to 80mg/dl or less) can include any of the following:- you may feel very light-headed and shaky
- headaches
- nauseated
- profuse sweating
- rapid heart beat
- confused
- slow speech
- slow reflexes
Remember, not all of these symptoms need be present at the same time. If you start noticing any of them, run your blood sugar test with your at-home test kit so you know where your numbers are at. If you are currently without your test kit because of your location, follow the instructions on raising your blood sugar levels rapidly anyway. Do not wait to see what happens later. When your blood sugars get too low, loss of consciousness can be expected within minutes. With no one experienced there to help and without the proper supplies, a fatality is going to be the end result. Prevention Of HypoglycemiaThe prevention of low blood sugar symptoms is just a combination of several simple techniques which will guarantee your safety. Try adding these to your daily regimen to keep yourself safe.- frequently check your blood sugar levels with your monitor. This is especially true for any type 1 diabetic.
- work with your doctor to set up reasonable goals for you to try to maintain
- alter the times and amounts of food and exercise you get based on what your numbers are (these numbers come from your testing procedure - never assume you can tell where your body's numbers are: believe me you can't)
- work with your doctor on setting up and changing your dosage schedules to meet your body's specific demands. Never, ever adjust your dosage schedule because someone else said they heard "this is better"
- know and recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia so if it does happen you are prepared
Although treating low blood sugar symptoms is not difficult, it can be dangerous if you are not prepared when and if an emergency situation should arise. Make up a "first-aid kit" (sold at drugstores is a kit known as a glucagon kit available without a prescription) with the required necessities and keep it in your possession at all times. Take this opportunity to teach your spouse or other family members, your friend, your co-workers etc. just what needs to be done if this situation ever arises. In this case, their knowledge can mean your life. Be safe- by being prepared!
Return to "Symptoms Of Diabetes" from "Low Blood Sugar Symptoms"
|
