Last Modified: 4:05pm 18/03/2021
How to Recognise
A low blood sugar level triggers the release of adrenaline, the “fight-or-flight” hormone. Adrenaline is what can cause the early symptoms of hypoglycaemia:
Early Symptoms Include:
- hunger
- tremor or trembling
- sweating
- shaking
- a pale face
- heart palpitations
- rapid or irregular heart rate
- dizziness and weakness
- blurred vision
- confusion
Severe hypoglycaemia may involve:
- weakness and tiredness
- poor concentration
- irritability and nervousness
- confusion
- irrational or argumentative behaviour and personality changes
- tingling in the mouth
- coordination problems
More information below about hypoglycaemia to help you understand your patients’ condition.