How To Treat Hypoglycemia

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It is important to know how to treat hypoglycemia, as this could mean saving a life when an attack occurs.

Hypoglycemia occurs when the body's blood sugar or blood glucose level drops below normal. Hypoglycemia is also known as low blood sugar or low blood glucose, or an insulin reaction. Glucose comes from the food we eat and is used by the body as a source of energy. So when people have low glucose in their bloodstream, they are "low" on energy. That is, they feel dizzy, weak, hungry and a host of other symptoms that vary from person to person.

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>> How to treat hypoglycemia.

It is important to know
how to treat hypoglycemia,

as this could mean saving your
life when an attack occurs.

Hypoglycemia occurs when
the body's blood sugar,

or blood glucose level,
drops below normal.

Hypoglycemia is also
known as low blood sugar,

or low blood glucose,
or an insulin reaction.

Glucose comes from the food we
eat, and is used by the body

as a source of energy.

So when people have low
glucose in their bloodstream,

they are low on energy.

That is, they feel
dizzy, weak, hungry,

and a host of other symptoms
that vary from person to person.

The best way to avoid
hypoglycemia is

to eat well and regularly.

Never skipping a meal.

It is better to have
moderate meals

at regular intervals throughout
the day than big meals

with lengthy gaps in between.

Nevertheless, despite
precautions,

sometimes people will have
hypoglycemic reactions.

It is best to be prepared.

The following are steps on
how to treat hypoglycemia.

One, be aware.

If you, or someone close to you,

has diabetes you should
know the symptoms.

Hypoglycemic attacks can be very
mild to severe, and it is best

to recognize the signs
as soon as they occur.

Some symptoms may be
hunger, weakness, dizziness,

light-headedness, sleepiness,
confusion, slurred speech,

rapid heart beat or anxiety,
clammy hands, headache, shaking,

sweating, listlessness,
discomfort,

etc. A severe episode may
result in unconsciousness, coma,

seizures, or even death.

As stated above, symptoms may
vary from person to person,

so it's important
to know your own,

or another person's
particular signs.

Two, be prepared.

The quickest way to get glucose
into the body is to eat 15 grams

of sugar or simple
carbohydrates.

Always have appropriate food
around and know how much to eat

to reach the 15 gram
requirement.

Some of the products that fit
the bill include a half cup

of soda, or ready-to-drink
juice, four or five pieces

of saltine crackers, four
tablespoons or five sugar cubes.

Also, some people also
carry glucose tablets

for this purpose.

Three, be quick.

Once symptoms manifest,
act quickly.

Drink or eat the 15 grams
of sugar immediately.

Don't put symptoms off as
insignificant or imaginary.

It is better to be
safe than sorry.

Four, be proactive.

Always be vigilant in
managing your health care.

Hypoglycemia may be a side
effect of too much medication

or insulin, so be
observant about how you feel

after taking medication.

Communicate with your doctor,
should this be the case.

Do not adjust your
medication on your own.

Again, do not skip a meal,
especially breakfast,

and make sure your meals have
enough carbohydrates in them.

If you know you're going to
be extra active for the day,

or if you increase
your exercise regimen,

be sure to make a
corresponding increase

in your carbohydrate intake.

There is a tired old saying,
but it's always worth repeating.

An ounce of prevention is
better than a pound of cure.

Do not take the symptoms
of hypoglycemia lightly.

When attacks occur too
often, talk to your doctor.

Controlling the attacks may
require a change in medication,

diet, lifestyle habits,
or other factors.

Hypoglycemia is, by no means,
easy to live with, but vigilance

and alertness can at least
help you manage the condition.

To be best equipped to
deal with hypoglycemia,

learn how to detect
symptoms, how to be prepared,

and how to treat
hypoglycemia before it worsens.

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