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Diabetes

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder caused when the hormone insulin is not produced properly in the human body.

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How will I feel if I have hypoglycemia?
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At first, you may feel: Weak or shaky Sweaty (a cold, clammy sweat) Dizzy Hungry Nervous Irritable Confused Like your heart is "racing" Learn more about how one feels with hypoglycemia.
What can happen if hypoglycemia is not treated?
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If hypoglycemia is not treated, these symptoms may occur: Headache Irritability Poor circulation Poor coordination Numbness in the mouth and on the tongue Nightmares or bad dreams Loss of consciousness Coma Learn more about the consequences of ignoring hypoglycemia.
How can I find out if I have hypoglycemia?
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The best way to find out if you have hypoglycemia is to test your blood glucose. But do not waste time looking for your meter if it is not readily available. Hypoglycemia must be treated promptly. Learn more about how to know if one has hypoglycemia.
What should I do if I think I have hypoglycemia?
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Always keep a glucose source, such as glucose tablets or hard candy, with you. In addition, keep a protein and carbohydrate source with you, such as packaged cheese and crackers or peanut butter crackers. It is also important to wear medical identification (such as a medicalert bracelet or a necklace) that states you have diabetes so that proper treatment can be provided in case of an emergency....
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How can I treat hypoglycemia?
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Here are the steps for the treatment of hypoglycemia: Eat or drink one of the following: Half a cup of fruit juice One cup of skim milk Four to six pieces of hard candy (not sugar free)-chew these Half a cup of a regular soft drink (not diet) Three glucose tablets One tube of glucose gel Wait 15 minutes. Recheck your blood glucose, if possible. If you do not feel better and your bl...
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What should I do if I am driving and I think I have hypoglycemia?
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Remember to always keep a glucose source (such as hard candies or glucose tablets) and a protein and carbohydrate source (such as packaged peanut butter crackers) with you. If you feel hypoglycemic while driving, take the following steps: Pull off the road as soon as you feel the symptoms of hypoglycemia. Eat a glucose source. Wait at least 15 minutes. Repeat the treatment, if necessary. Ea...
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What is glucagon treatment?
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If you have difficulty feeling the symptoms of hypoglycemia and your blood glucose is so low that you pass out and are unable to swallow, a glucagon injection can be given. Glucagon is a prescription medicine that raises blood glucose and may be needed in case of severe hypoglycemia. Family members or friends will have to do this for you. Your health care provider will teach your family members ...
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Is hypoglycemia harmful?
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Prolonged or frequent episodes of low blood glucose present a risk to your health. It is very important to recognize the warning signs of low blood glucose and treat it promptly. Learn more about whether hypoglycemia is harmful.
What causes hyperglycemia?
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Hyperglycemia occurs when you: Forget to take your diabetes medication Eat too much food Eat the wrong kinds of foods Exercise less Have an infection or illness Have increased stress in your life Learn more about the causes of hyperglycemia.
How can I know if I have hyperglycemia?
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If you have hyperglycemia, you may: Be very thirsty Need to urinate frequently Feel fatigued Have blurred vision Have slow-healing cuts and sores Have increased infections Learn more about how to know if one has hypoglycemia.
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