Low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia, can cause uncomfortable symptoms that can quickly become serious if left untreated. The symptoms of low blood sugar can vary from person to person, but some common signs include:
- Fast heartbeat
- Shaking or trembling
- Sweating
- Nervousness or anxiety
- Irritability or confusion
- Dizziness
- Hunger
- Tingling lips
- Heart palpitations
- Feeling tired or weak
- Blurry or tunnel vision
- Difficulty speaking or slurred speech
- Loss of coordination
- Acting strange or feeling confused
- Seizures or fits
- Unconsciousness
Its important to note that how you react to low blood sugar may not be the same as how someone else with low blood sugar reacts. Its important to know your own signs and symptoms. Some people may not have any noticeable symptoms when their blood sugar is low, which is known as hypoglycemia unawareness. This can be dangerous, as it can be harder to treat low blood sugar early, increasing the risk of severe lows. If you have diabetes, its important to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and keep track of how youre feeling when your blood sugar is low. If you experience any symptoms of low blood sugar, its important to treat it promptly by eating or drinking a simple sugar source, such as glucose tablets, hard candy, or fruit juice.
