Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by an abnormally low level of blood sugar (glucose), your body's main energy source. Hypoglycemia is commonly associated with the treatment of diabetes. However, a variety of conditions, many of them rare, can cause low blood sugar in people without diabetes. Like fever, hypoglycemia isn't a disease itself — it's an indicator of a health problem.
The symptoms or signs of hypoglycemia are: Heart palpitations Fatigue Pale skin Shakiness Anxiety Sweating Hunger Irritability Tingling sensation around the mouth Crying out during sleep
Some of the reasons behind hypoglycemia are: Having diabetes Excessive alcohol consumption Insulin overproduction Hormone deficiencies Some critical illness
The doctors mostly use three criteria for diagnosing hypoglycemia, which are often referred to as Whipple’s triad. This triad includes: Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia Monitoring of low blood sugar when the symptoms occur Disappearance of the signs and symptoms The tests include: Blood tests
Treatment of hypoglycemia involves immediate initial treatment to raise your blood sugar level and treatment of the underlying condition that's causing your hypoglycemia to prevent it from recurring. .. Tumor treatment A tumor in your pancreas is treated by surgical removal of the tumor. In some cases, partial removal of the pancreas is necessary. Medications If a medication is the cause of your hypoglycemia, ythe doctor will likely suggest changing the medication or adjusting the dosage.
The disease can be prevented if you: Exercise regularly Eat frequent small meals If you have diabetes than always carry fast-acting carbohydrates with you
