I feel strongly that going back to the basics every so often enhances our understanding of more complex issues. Knowing the symptoms of hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) and hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) is a good reminder for both diabetics and their family members, as well as people in the community. Talk to your doctor or health care provider and find out what the best course of action is when you or someone else are experiencing these symptoms.The causes of hyperglycemia are too much food, too little insulin or diabetes medicine, illness or stress. The onset is gradual, but can progress to a diabetic coma.The symptoms are:
- Extreme thirst
- Frequent urination
- Dry skin
- Hunger
- Blurred vision
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
The symptoms of hypoglycemia are:
- Shaking
- Fast heartbeat
- Sweating
- Anxiousness
- Dizziness
- Hunger
- Impaired vision
- Weakness and/or fatigue
- Headache
- Irritability
