diabetic emergencies

You should be aware of the diabetic emergencies , so that you can tackle at right time and avoid
life threatening conditions. In diabetes, emergencies occurs either due to high blood sugar level (hyperglycemia) or in result of decreased blood sugar level (hypoglycemia).

In hypoglycemia the person may present with sudden onset, staggering, poor coordination, paler, confusion, disorientation, sudden hunger, excessive sweating, trembling, eventually unconsciousness. Even though you can conclude the hypoglycemia by above symptoms. but its always advisable to get spot glucose test done.Usually hypoglycemia express when blood sugar level falls below 60mg/dl. provide sugar, candy, fruit juice or glucose. Don't try to feed if person is unconsciousness.Rush to hospital if person didn't get better 15mins after oral feeding, or already unconscious.

Hyperglycemia shows gradual onset, drowsiness, extreme thirst, frequent urination, fruity breath odour, heavy breathing, eventually unconsciousness.Give fluids orally if person is conscious.if uncertain whether the person has hyper/hypo glycemia give sugar containing drink.
shift the person to hospital if failed to improve in 15 mins .