10 Warning Signs Of Low Blood Sugar You Shouldn't Ignore

Why low blood sugar is dangerous ?

Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is often known as a 'hypo'. It can make you feel unwell and affect your ability to drive. Simple steps will reduce the risk, and allow you to treat a hypo early, before it causes more serious complications.

Chapters
Introduction 0:00
Blood sugar - what's normal? 0:25
Hypos - what causes them? 1:18
What symptoms do hypos cause? 1:53
How can you avoid hypos? 2:30
How often should you check your blood sugar? 3:59

Blood sugar - what's normal?

Under normal circumstances, your body does a remarkable job of keeping your blood sugar (in the form of glucose) stable. Usually your body releases a hormone called insulin, produced by your pancreas, in response to rises in blood sugar. Your body's cells need glucose as fuel to allow them to function. Insulin acts as a 'key', opening the door of your cells to allow glucose in. Another hormone helps raise your blood sugar if it gets too low.

Hypos - what causes them?

People with type 1 diabetes need insulin in injection form, because they don't produce any insulin of their own. People with type 2 diabetes sometimes need insulin if their blood sugar can't be controlled with other tablets. If you're using insulin injections, the amount of insulin you need depends on lots of factors, including how much food you've eaten. More insulin than you need can drop your blood sugar below normal levels, causing a 'hypo'.

What symptoms do hypos cause?

If your blood sugar drops below about 4,
you may experience:

• Feeling weak or tired and hungry.

• Feeling shaky and sweaty, with cold, clammy skin.

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