Type 2 Diabetes Low Blood Sugar Symptoms

Type 2 Diabetes Low Blood Sugar Symptoms

The treatment of Type 2 diabetes is not about maintaining the sugar levels on a low level only, but maintaining the balance of sugar levels. People pay much attention to high blood sugar, however, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) should not be ignored. As a matter of fact, some of my immediate family members with Type 2 diabetes have told me low sugar episodes can be so intimidating as compared to high sugar since the symptoms are unpredictable and unanticipated.

In this paper, we shall discuss in a conversational informing manner the low blood sugar symptoms of Type 2 diabetes, their causes, and how you can protect yourself. This guide will aid you, whether you are a patient, a caregiver, and even a simple individual, who wishes to know more about diabetes.

Low Blood Sugar in Type 2 Diabetes What Is it?

Low blood sugar is experienced when there is low glucose level that is below that of the normal level- below 70mg/dl.

To most, the body seems to be attempting to elicit some form of emergency signals:

"Something is wrong. Fix it now."

These symptoms are clear even to those who do not speak fluently in English since there are very clear signs in the body.

What Causes Low Blood Sugar in Type 2 Diabetes?

The reason may be low blood sugar because of various causes in case you have Type 2 diabetes:

• Excessive consumption of diabetes medication.
• Missing meals or having late meals.
• Intense physical activity
• Consumption of alcohol on a starving stomach.
• Failure to change medication according to daily routine.

In other cases the reason does not appear so obvious. That is why early symptoms should be identified and prompt action should be taken.

Pseudoscience in Type 2 Diabetes.

We shall consider the symptoms individually. Most of these symptoms may resonate with you in case you live with or know someone who has diabetes.

1. Hunger which is urgent.

Hardly the first thing that many people experience is a great, uncontrollable hunger.

My aunt has a saying that I feel like I have not had anything to eat after hours even when I just ate.

It is all a sign from your body that it requires rapid energy.

2. Shakiness or Trembling

Your hands begin to tremble when sugar goes down.

And you may even have a shakey inside as though your body was vibrating.

The reason is that you cannot work without sufficient glucose.

3. Sweating for No Reason

When you begin to sweat even when you are sitting in a cool room, it is a pointer.

The sweat will normally begin on the forehead or the neck.

It is what your body is telling you, that something is out of the ordinary.

4. Feeling of Light-headedness or Dizziness.

Many people describe it as:

• The head feeling empty
• The room spinning slightly
• Feeling like you might faint

This is due to the fact that the brain cannot operate without sugar.

5. Fast Heartbeat

When the sugar level is low, the heart beats faster.

It can be anxiety or panic but it is physical.

This is an attempt at the body to pump more water in order to keep energy flowing.

6. Irritability or Change of Mood.

You can even be angry, irritated, and upset without any reasons.

It may be detected by people around you even prior to you.

Low sugar acts on the brain and emotions in a very fast manner.

7. Getting Lost or Muddiness of Thought.

Low sugar may be the cause of sudden forgetfulness of what you are doing and some mental lethargy when these occur.

Extreme cases may be the denial of recognition of the familiar, or the awareness of that which is being done.

8. Blurry Vision

Your eyes need glucose too.

Sugar is considered to blur, shake, or become intensive when sight is considered foggy.

9. Weakness or Fatigue

Even basic tasks may be exhausting.

Immediately you may feel like sitting down or lying down.

This occurs due to the fact that the body lacks enough energy to operate well.

10. Pain in the lips or mouth,

there are those who experience a weird tingling sensation or numbness of the lips, tongue, or cheeks.

It is an unfamiliar symptom but extremely crucial to detect.

Extreme Symptoms: When Low Sugar Becomes Life-Threatening.

Otherwise, the low sugar may cause severe complications:

• Loss of consciousness
• Seizures
• Inability to respond
• In very rare cases, coma

This is the reason it is highly essential to be recognized early on.

What To Do When the Blood Sugar Level is Low?

When you experience any of the above-mentioned symptoms, you should go by the easy Rule of 15:

1. Consume 15grams of fast acting carbohydrates.

Examples:

• 3 teaspoons water-sugar mixture.
• Half glass fruit juice
• 4–5 glucose tablets
• 1 tablespoon honey

2. Wait for 15 minutes

Check how you feel.

3. Recheck if possible

Repeat the process in case symptoms persist.

Once your sugar level has settled, you should then have a little snack such as a banana, biscuit or whole wheat toast to avoid the second drop.

How to Avert Low Blood sugar in Type 2 Diabetes.

These are some of the easy habits that can assist:

• Do not skip meals
• Use drugs as your doctor prescribes.
• Carry snacks when travelling.
• Monitor sugar levels at intervals.
• Do not take alcohol on an empty stomach.
• Educate family members concerning symptoms.

Some knowledge will help avoid significant issues.

A personal reflection on living with Type 2 Diabetes.

This is what many of my acquaintances with diabetes tend to say:

Low sugar episodes taught us to be able to listen to our body.

The experience of every person is a little bit unique, yet the most important thing is to be attentive to it and respond promptly.

Diabetes is simplified with appropriate knowledge.

Final Words

Type 2 diabetes is characterized by low blood sugar and this can be managed fully provided that you know how to go about it as long as you are aware of the symptoms.

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