Type 2 Diabetes What Causes Diabetes? Insulin Resistance Signs of Diabetes Hypoglycemia Hyperglycemia Diabetes Treatment Glycemic Index Diabetic Recipes Canine Diabetes Feline Diabetes Articles Library	Diabetes - Low Sugar Causes & Symptoms For people with Type 2 diabetes, low sugar is a real possibility which can be serious if left untreated. Low blood sugar, also known as hypoglycemia, can be caused by: Getting more exercise than usual Eating less than usual Delaying a meal Missing a meal Consuming alcohol Taking too much medication or insulin. A side effect of some diabetes medications. Any of these reasons can cause a diabetic's blood sugar to drop dangerously low. Blood sugar is generally considered "too low" when it is 70 mg/dL or less. Symptoms of low blood sugar include: Feeling dizzy or faint Headaches Anxiety or irritability Blurry vision Feeling confused or forgetful Suddenly feeling hungry Feeling shaky or nervous Feeling weak Clumsiness. Low blood sugar can happen suddenly. Usually the symptoms are mild and you can treat it by eating or drinking something with carbohydrates (bread, fruit, fruit juice, sweets). If left untreated, it can progress to much more serious problems like seizures or a coma. It can even be fatal. If you notice symptoms of hypoglycemia, you should take steps to increase low blood sugar. Regularly monitor your blood glucose to ensure it stays within your target range. It is especially important to check it if you miss a meal, eat less, or exercise more than usual. For someone with diabetes, low sugar can be serious so it's better to monitor your blood sugar and try to prevent hypoglycemia from happening at all.   The information on this website is based on our own research and personal experience, and is not a substitute for medical advice. Questions about your health and individual situation should be directed to your doctor.
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