Hypoglycemia Symptoms

Hypoglycemia of is associated with abnormally low blood sugar after insulin injection, when carbohydrates are rapidly burned. A person should eat quickly, otherwise the blood drops sharply in the blood, which is the result of an imbalance in the rate of glucose production in the liver and its use by other tissues of the body. Glucose( normal sugar) is an important source of energy for the cells of the central nervous system. Insulin regulates blood glucose levels, slowing the production of glucose by the liver and stimulating its consumption by other cells. Low blood glucose stimulates the production of adrenaline, which causes the symptoms of an attack of hypoglycemia: anxiety, trembling, dizziness, hunger and excessive sweating. Such seizures are usually not dangerous, as they force people to consume food or drinks containing sugar, and the release of adrenaline( and other hormones) helps to normalize blood sugar levels.

However, prolonged severe hypoglycemia can be very dangerous, as the brain gradually more and more lacks glucose, which can lead to disorientation, confusion, and then to seizures, partial paralysis or loss of consciousness. In the absence of treatment, hypoglycemia may eventually result in brain damage, and in rare cases even death. Read here in detail how to stop an attack of hypoglycemia by consuming minimal doses of glucose, and how to optimize the dosage of insulin to avoid new episodes of this acute complication of diabetes.

There are two types of seizures of hypoglycemia: those that occur two to five hours after eating are known as alimentary hypoglycemia;those that occur after a long period of fasting( usually at night) are known as fasting hypoglycemia.

Alimentary hypoglycemia may be unpleasant, but usually it is not dangerous;her attack is easily removed by eating or drinking and the effect of hormones produced. Fasting hypoglycaemia, which is most common in people with diabetes as a result of taking excessive amounts of insulin, is potentially very dangerous because of the risk of brain damage. In addition, people with long-term diabetes often do not have typical signs of hypoglycemia. In many cases, however, hypoglycemia can be prevented by carefully following a certain diet and lifestyle guidelines( see "Complications of diabetes mellitus" for more information).

First day. During the day, eat sea fish with porridge or dried bread, "cheese, scrambled eggs with mushrooms, green salad, drink freshly squeezed juices."

Day 2. During the day, eat raw vegetables, green salad, boiled or stew with legumes( peas, beans, lentils), fruit, drink green tea

Day 3. During the day, eat a salad of fresh vegetables, fish with vegetable garnish, cheese and green salad, drink berry decoctions

Stick to a similar diet for at least three months and in parallel coursesfor 14 days, take medication, nor

Three times a day, drink a glass of decoction of cattail: brew 1.5 cups of boiling water 2 tablespoons dried or 4 tablespoons fresh crushed cattails, boil for 2 minutes, insist 15 minutes, strain.

Mix1 tsp mint leaves and 3 tsp dandelion roots, pour a glass of hot water, boil for 5 minutes, insist under the lid 30 minutes, strain. Take 0.25 cup 2-4 times daily before meals.

Products that can prevent the return of hypoglycemia.

1. Low-fat meat( lamb, veal), sea fish( tuna, sardines), eggs, cheese, vegetable oil( olive, corn) and natural creamy.

2. Wholemeal bread with bran, peas, beans, soy, lentils, porridges of brown rice, corn, barley, oats, wheat( without sugar).

3. Green vegetables, tomatoes, mushrooms, lemons - no restrictions, fresh fruit and canned sugar-free - no more than 300 g per day.

4. Dairy products, chocolate black, sugar cane or fructose.