Diabetes Symptoms - Diabetes Care

Too many highs and lows?

Too many highs and lows?

People with diabetes have to manage high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) and low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). The highs and lows can affect your day-to-day life in many ways, from your energy level to having mood swings. Being aware of the symptoms of high and low blood sugar levels is essential for you and your family members in order to prevent medical emergencies.

Symptoms of high blood sugar levels (Hyperglycemia)

This can happen when you eat too much and don’t have enough insulin to regulate your blood sugar. Stress, such as a cold or virus, can be a culprit as well. The symptoms of high blood sugar include:

• Urinating often
• Feeling nauseated
• Extreme hunger or thirst
• Drowsiness
• Blurred vision

Symptoms of low blood sugar levels (Hypoglycemia)

Symptoms of low blood sugar levels (Hypoglycemia)

Along with not eating enough carbohydrates, having too much insulin in your body or exercising too much can cause your blood sugar to drop. The symptoms of low blood sugar include:

• Shaking
• Anxiety
• Weakness and tiredness
• Fast heartbeat
• Dizziness
• Irritability
• Sweating
• Extreme hunger