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	Symptoms of Hypoglycemia - How it Affects Type 2 Diabetics Diabetics face a number of challenges, one of which is hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar. People with Type 2 Diabetes need to regulate their blood sugar levels properly - so treating the condition as soon as you can is important. Causes Our bodies use glucose as a source of energy. This glucose enters the bloodstream when the carbohydrates in the foods we eat are digested and broken down into sugars. The glucose in our blood rises and insulin is secreted by our bodies to bring our blood sugar levels back to normal. In Type 2 diabetics, their bodies no longer respond effectively to insulin. This can cause blood glucose levels to be too high - so diabetics often take oral medications or insulin to help control this. However, if you take too much insulin then your blood sugar can drop too low (generally 70 mg/dl or less). Eating less or exercising more than you usually do can also cause low blood sugar, since both eating and exercise affect blood glucose. Symptoms Unfortunately, the signs of hypoglycemia can be rather non-specific and be caused by other diseases or conditions. Measure your blood sugar if you show any of these symptoms: Mental confusion or strange behavior; Blurred vision; Dizziness of feeling faint; Forgetfulness; Heart palpitations; Mood swings / emotional outbursts; Headaches; Sudden or strong sense of hunger. What To Do Eat a little or take a glucose tablet. If the early symptoms don't improve, contact your doctor for advice. Adjustments to your medications or insulin may be required, or possibly your diet and exercise routine. Always follow the diabetes treatment plan your doctor creates for you to maintain well-being. Additional Reading: How to Increase Low Blood Sugar - Causes/Symptoms of Hypoglycemia What To Do If Your Blood Sugar Drops - Type 2 Diabetes What Is the Role of Diet in Type 2 Diabetes? Diabetes Information for Caregivers Alcoholism & Hypoglycemia - Information for Type 2 Diabetics How Exercise Affects Symptoms of Diabetes What is the Honeymoon Phase in Diabetes? Diabetes Low Sugar (Causes) What is the Treatment for Hyperinsulinism? Low Blood Sugar in the Morning | Type 2 Diabetes Diabetes Blood Sugar Levels Conversion Chart for Blood Sugar Levels   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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