Diabetes - Complications

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  • Diabetes - Complications

  • HYPOGLYCAEMIA:
    • Hypoglycaemia is a condition characterized by abnormally low blood glucose (blood sugar) levels, usually less than 70 mg/dl.
    • Hypoglycaemia may also be referred to as an insulin reaction, or insulin shock.
    • Hypoglycaemic symptoms are important clues that a patient has low blood glucose. Each person's reaction to hypoglycaemia is different, so it's important that people with diabetes learn their own signs and symptoms when their blood glucose is low.



















  • Hypoglycaemia (happen quickly)

    • Shakiness, Nervousness or anxiety, Sweating, chills and clamminess, Irritability or impatience, Confusion, including delirium, Rapid/fast heartbeat, Light-headedness or dizziness, Hunger and nausea, Sleepiness, Blurred/impaired vision, Tingling or numbness in the lips or tongue, Headaches, Weakness or fatigue, Anger, stubbornness, or sadness, Lack of coordination, Nightmares or crying out during sleep, Seizures, Unconsciousness.
  • Treatment
    • Consume 15-20 grams of glucose or simple carbohydrates.
    • Re-check blood glucose after 15 minutes.
    • If hypoglycaemia continues, repeat.  
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    Reference:
    ADA AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION: www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/treatment-and-care/blood-glucose-control/hypoglycemia-low-blood.html

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