Hypoglycaemia
When the blood
glucose level falls too low (less then 70mg/dl) it is called hypoglycaemia or
"hypo" for short. What
causes hypoglycaemia? ·
Too much insulin or diabetic medication · More physical activity then
usual · Not eating on time · Not eating enough or as usual
· Drinking alcohol Low
blood glucose occurs for only one reason, there is more insulin in the body then
it needs at the time. This is true whether the insulin comes from a syringe or
your body. Unless the excess insulin is balanced by food you will have low blood
glucose. Next >> Symptoms
of Hypoglycaemia << Back
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