Severe Hypoglycemia
Medical Review
Overview of Severe Hypoglycemia
Severe hypoglycemia is a condition where the blood glucose level is lesser than the normal range and it can cause permanent damages and even mortality if not treated quickly. Both people with and without diabetes able to get this condition.
Signs and Symptoms of Severe Hypoglycemia
An irregular heart rhythm, Fatigue, Pale skin, Shakiness, Anxiety, Sweating, Hunger, Irritability, Tingling sensation around the mouth, Cries during sleep
Common Causes of Severe Hypoglycemia
Medications, Excessive alcohol consumption, Some critical illnesses, Insulin overproduction, Hormone deficiencies
Risk Factors of Severe Hypoglycemia
Diabetic patient under medication, Chronic diseases, Starvation, Drugs like-beta-blockers,cibenzoline,quinidine
Investigation Techniques for Severe Hypoglycemia
Blood sugar test, Physical examination
Treatment and Prevention of Severe Hypoglycemia
Glucose tablets, Tablespoon of sugar/ honey or corn syrup, Hard candies/jellybeans or gumdrops
Available Severe Hypoglycemia Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.



