You can benefit by knowing signs of a
diabetic emergency

People who live with diabetes, or who live with someone who has diabetes, understand that being prepared for diabetic reactions is simply part of caring for and controlling diabetes.

Diabetic insulin reactions can include low blood glucose, or hypoglycemia. The causes may include: injecting too much insulin, taking too much oral medication, skipping meals or snacks, depleting insulin during exercise, or eating too little.

Symptoms of diabetic insulin reaction include trembling, tingling lips, fatigue, pale skin, sweating, and hunger.

Low blood sugar — the most common form of diabetic reaction — can be countered by eating or drinking
juice, candy, or some other sweet substance. Medical treatment should be sought if the person fails to respond quickly. Further attacks can be prevented through appropriate food intake.

Low blood sugar can be tested with a blood sugar test kit. Symptoms should subside within 15 minutes of eating something sweet. More sugar should be eaten if the symptoms do not subside.

High blood sugar can be brought on by too little insulin, too much food, infections, or other significant stresses. Warning signs include flushed face; dry skin and mouth; nausea or vomiting; stomach pain; deep, rapid breathing; or fruity breath odor.

High blood sugar is extremely dangerous. If symptoms occur, call a doctor or go to an emergency room right away. If untreated, this condition can lead to a coma or death.