Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia is a condition in which the glycemia level is below normal. It is caused by an excess of insulin in the blood. The most common causes are skipped or meagre food, unusual physical exertion, insulin or alcohol overdose. Symptoms include weakness, shakiness, sweating, confusion, palpitations, and enormous hunger.

One of many dangers of hypoglycemia it that diabetics can adapt to their conditions and may not experience any noticeable symptoms of hypoglycemia.

Treatment involves raising the glycemia by eating fast-acting carbohydrates (e.g. sweet lemonade) or glucagon.

Untreated hypoglycemia can lead to serious problems, including coma and even death.