Most Common Diabetic Hypoglycemia Symptoms

Confusion

Confusion generally occurs in the later stages of diabetic hypoglycemia. Patients might display an altered mental status; for example, they could be unaware of the date, and they may not remember what they had been doing before the hypoglycemic episode began. It is common for patients with confusion to slur their words, and they may be unable to follow directions or complete their normal tasks. For some patients, confusion may progress to seizures or a loss of consciousness. Since this symptom occurs in the late stages of hypoglycemia, attempting to raise blood sugar through home remedies may not be fast enough, and emergency medical attention should be sought. Emergency medical technicians and hospital staff will administer intravenous glucose or injections of glucagon. Patients who have experienced severe hypoglycemia may be advised to keep a glucagon kit at home for emergency use.

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