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<blockquote data-quote="lexilox" data-source="post: 385984" data-attributes="member: 55171"><p>Most hypos are treatable fairly quickly and easily with sweet food or drink. Some however, especially during sleep can be awful. I have always been told that all type 1s should have a glycogen injection in case of a severe hypo. They are a lifesaver. I've had one, or even two kits in my house for as long as I can remember. They go out of date after about two years and when they do the old one is used on an orange for my hubby to practice with before throwing in the sharps bin. I've only needed it once in over twenty years though. Please don't try to feed anyone who is not conscious. Glucose gel is available free on prescription prescription to t1s and is great for getting BGs back up when you're a bit too low to safely chew or to drink without dribbling everywhere. Choking is a big danger and should be remembered when trying to help someone who is hypo. If you can get your partner to see the GP or specialist nurse that's a really good idea.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="lexilox, post: 385984, member: 55171"] Most hypos are treatable fairly quickly and easily with sweet food or drink. Some however, especially during sleep can be awful. I have always been told that all type 1s should have a glycogen injection in case of a severe hypo. They are a lifesaver. I've had one, or even two kits in my house for as long as I can remember. They go out of date after about two years and when they do the old one is used on an orange for my hubby to practice with before throwing in the sharps bin. I've only needed it once in over twenty years though. Please don't try to feed anyone who is not conscious. Glucose gel is available free on prescription prescription to t1s and is great for getting BGs back up when you're a bit too low to safely chew or to drink without dribbling everywhere. Choking is a big danger and should be remembered when trying to help someone who is hypo. If you can get your partner to see the GP or specialist nurse that's a really good idea. [/QUOTE]
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