Question 1

i would like information on hypos/low blood sugar?

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Are you on insulin?: Hi. I'll proceed assuming you're a diabetic on insulin. Tight control of diabetes (often with insulin, which includes ALL type 1's) is highly advised, but carries with it a real risk of hypoglycemia (lowBG). Frequent BG monitoring (meter or continuous  glucose monitor) is essential. If conscious, treat lowBG with oral sugar source; if unconscious, give glucagon shot or call paramedics.

Question 2

to stay in good shape . what should i eat? i have hypo glosemia . low blood sugar. i feel it come along when i don't eat, my arms get real heavy !.

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Meat and veggies: Eat only meat or fish or cheese or eggs or poultry and low starch veggies, drink only water.   In other words avoid all carbs, carbs will only briefly raise your sugar levels and then you will get hungry again. The fats in the meat or fish or cheese or eggs or poultry will act like a "log on your metabolic fire" to keep your blood sugar stable for hours.

Question 3

is there is diffrent between hypo/hyperglycemia and high /low blood sugar ? someone told there is special odor ,is that right?

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No special odor: Hi. hypo/hyperglycemia and high/low blood sugar are just different terms for the same thing. Glycemia = blood sugar, hypo = low, and hyper = high. You know your blood sugar by testing, not by smell. There is a smell that trained diabetic service dogs can distinguish, but not one we humans can. Control your diabetes tightly to prevent long term complications. Good luck!

Question 4

what causes low blood sugar?

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If as an adult: In adults low blood sugar can be cause by excessive secretion of Insulin or lack of secretion of the hormones that keep your blood sugar up when you are fasting, which are, cortisol, glucagon and growth hormone.  In a baby all these plus many congenital metabolic problems that interfere with glucose (sugar) production.  If you are overweight it might be pre- diabetes.

Question 5

low blood sugar. what causes it?

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Glucose metabolism: There are different forms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). The most common is called reactive hypoglycemia in which the sugar rises high and then dips low a few hours later. My personal view is that this is an early stage in the development of diabetes. If you go the exercise and diet route this is not a high risk, however.  A six meal, low carb diet is best.

Question 6

how can i treat low blood sugar?

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You need a diagnosis: You need to find out if your blood sugars are really low and what might be precipitating hypoglycemia if you have it. Long-term treatment will depend on the underlying diagnosis.  Please see your doctor.

Question 7

what are low blood sugar symptoms?

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Hypoglycemia: blurry vision
rapid heartbeat
sudden mood changes
sudden nervousness
unexplained fatigue
pale skin
headache
hunger
shaking
sweating
difficulty sleeping
skin tingling
trouble thinking clearly or concentrating
loss of consciousness

Question 8

how do people treat low blood sugar?

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Depends on cause: The body naturally adjusts the blood levels of sugar, mainly glucose. If you have low blood glucose, you should be investigated to determine the cause and treat the cause. Otherwise, in a healthy person, usual balanced diet is sufficient to maintain normal blood sugar levels.

Question 9

how can i increase my low blood sugar?

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Diet: If you are not diabetic you can eat a hypoglycemic diet.  That is small frequent feedings of things like meat, cheese, fish and nuts.  Avoid refined carbohydrates like candy, donuts, white bread and alcohol.

Question 10

what should you do for low blood sugar?

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Find if you have it: And what the cause of it is.

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