SIGNS OF HYPOGLYCEMIA

If the level of blood sugar drops below the normal range the resulting condition is termed “Hypoglycemia”. The basic cause of this condition is poor diet or excessive insulin in the body. In diabetics the situation can be the result of

• Delay in meals
• Strenuous exercise
• Over-dosage of diabetic medicines

Hypoglycemia results in brain dysfunction so it is important to recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia. Some common symptoms of hypoglycemia are

Headaches

Like all other body parts our brain needs glucose to function. A slight drop in the glucose level causes headache and blurry vision. A severe drop however leads to seizures, loss of consciousness, confused speech and even lapsing into coma.

Sweaty and Pale Skin 

When the blood sugar levels start to drop down; the body releases adrenaline. This is an effort by adrenal glands to normalize the glucose levels. Increased levels of adrenaline cause the skin to look pale.

Increased Heart Beat  

The blood vessels constricts because of adrenaline. The heart then has to beat faster. The person then experience a pounding heat beat and palpitations.

Extreme Hunger

Our body is naturally systemized to adjust to various circumstances. If the blood sugar level drops, the body understands that it needs food. It then sends a hunger signal to brain. Once the person eats something the glucose level returns to normal and the hunger settles.

Some other symptoms of hypoglycemia includes tingling in hands, trembling of limbs and increase in anxiety.