Have you ever had a very low blood sugar emergency? This episode can vary in severity, from very mild to very severe. All diabetics, type 1 or type 2, should be aware that these episodes can occur quickly, and sometimes result in unconsciousness, but there are usually easy steps to take.
First, we'll look at the symptoms of low blood sugar. These symptoms usually include rapid heart failure, weakness or tremors, and blurred vision, and may be accompanied by confusion. This anxiety can be caused by eating too little, taking too much insulin, or taking too long between meals.
The good news is that in most cases it can be improved by simply eating or drinking something that contains sugar, such as a small candy bar, juice or soda. The most preferred solution is to bring a glucose tablet to work with you at all times. This glucose tablet works very well and does not increase your blood sugar levels like sugar bars or juices.
In more drastic cases, such as when someone escapes from a low blood sugar episode, it is a good idea to always have a glucagon emergency kit. This kit contains one bottle for injection of glucagon and a hyporetically diluted solution of a hydrometer for emergency injection. This allows a friend or partner to mix solutions and inject to revive the unconscious.
To avoid this anxiety, a diabetic must always be aware of the signals your body is giving you and be ready to act quickly.
Help For Diabetics - An Action Plan for Emergencies
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