High and Low Blood Sugar Symptoms

Knowing and understanding the symptoms of high and low blood sugar should be essential for both diabetics and their friends and families.

Symptoms of high blood sugar

Hyperglycaemia, or high blood sugar, is common amongst diabetics. It occurs when a diabetic person eats too much food, and has too little insulin to regulate their blood sugar. Sometimes stress can cause diabetes. Being aware of the following symptoms and staying alert for their presence, whether you are a diabetic or a family member or friend, should be essential:

• Need for frequent urination
• Drowsiness
• Nausea
• Extreme hunger and/or thirst
• Blurring of the vision

Symptoms of low blood sugar

Hypoglycaemia, or low blood sugar, occurs when a diabetic has not eaten enough food, or has too much insulin within his or her body. An excessive amount of exercise can also cause low blood sugar levels. Being aware of the following symptoms and staying alert for their presence, whether you are a diabetic or a family member or friend, should be essential:

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