What it is
It is treated by having a sugary drink or glucose tablets, then a snack. Severe hypos may need a glucagon injection.
Frequent hypos mean treatment may need adjusting, and they can affect whether it is safe to drive.
Common signs
- Sweating and shaking
- Feeling hungry
- Tingling lips
- Feeling anxious or irritable
- Fast heartbeat
- Blurred vision
- Confusion or drowsiness
How it is usually diagnosed
- Finger-prick or continuous glucose readings
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- Blood sugar logs or CGM reports
- Notes on hypo episodes
- Diabetes clinic letters
Questions to ask your doctor
- Why am I having hypos?
- Does my treatment need changing?
- What are the rules for driving?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- Someone with low blood sugar who is unconscious, having a seizure, or too drowsy to eat or drink: call 112
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.