I've been having some symptoms the past few days that made me wonder whether I might have the start of diabetes (lots of type 1 in my paternal family, although no direct ancestors ), but they don't seem to quite add up, as the symptoms suggest hypo, but my blood sugar readings are a little high.
For several days I've woken up feeling a bit shaky and weak
Yesterday I had a very light breakfast and a light lunch, and by mid-afternoon I felt very weak and shaky. By the time I finished work I felt like the periphery of my world was fuzzy and disappearing (I know that sounds weird, but I can't explain it properly!). I got home and ate a banana and a big dinner, and I gradually felt better, but it took hours to feel anything like normal.
This morning I felt shaky again and so hubby tested by blood glucose first thing before I ate (we're both first aiders and so are trained to use them). I got a reading of 104 (or 5.8 mmol). I did some research and for a fasting blood sugar this seems to be in the range for prediabetes, although at the lower end of it.
I then tested again 2 hours after breakfast, although I must confess that I had a snack within those two hours, and got a reading of 114 (or 6.3). Again, this seems to be in the range of prediabetes, but I'm aware the snack will have likely skewed the results.
I also have a headache and feel a bit flushed and dozy today, although I have no idea whether that is related or a coincidence.
The thing that is confusing me is that the symptoms seem more akin to low blood sugar. I don't have any of the classic symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination, or excessive tiredness.
I will try and see my GP, but I couldn't get an appointment today, and I have an exam tomorrow, so it won't be until Friday at the earliest.
For several days I've woken up feeling a bit shaky and weak
Yesterday I had a very light breakfast and a light lunch, and by mid-afternoon I felt very weak and shaky. By the time I finished work I felt like the periphery of my world was fuzzy and disappearing (I know that sounds weird, but I can't explain it properly!). I got home and ate a banana and a big dinner, and I gradually felt better, but it took hours to feel anything like normal.
This morning I felt shaky again and so hubby tested by blood glucose first thing before I ate (we're both first aiders and so are trained to use them). I got a reading of 104 (or 5.8 mmol). I did some research and for a fasting blood sugar this seems to be in the range for prediabetes, although at the lower end of it.
I then tested again 2 hours after breakfast, although I must confess that I had a snack within those two hours, and got a reading of 114 (or 6.3). Again, this seems to be in the range of prediabetes, but I'm aware the snack will have likely skewed the results.
I also have a headache and feel a bit flushed and dozy today, although I have no idea whether that is related or a coincidence.
The thing that is confusing me is that the symptoms seem more akin to low blood sugar. I don't have any of the classic symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination, or excessive tiredness.
I will try and see my GP, but I couldn't get an appointment today, and I have an exam tomorrow, so it won't be until Friday at the earliest.
