How low will blood sugars cause symptoms?

[oxcat1]

I have a condition which, if not well controlled, can cause low blood sugars, as well as other symptoms. Over the last few weeks, i've had a number of occasions when I've suddenly become extremely tired, falling over and stumbling, feeling very confused, sick and generally a bit 'detached'. The lowest blood sugar i've ever had measured was 2.7 - but then was when I was in hospital for something else. I don't have a meter or anything myself, but eating has always brought me 'back' (that's the only way to describe it).

Do these sound like they could be symptoms of low blood sugar? If they were, and assuming my levels are going no lower, would you anticipate problems at 2.7-ish, or is that still not low enough to cause problems?

Thanks

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Definitely sounds like hypoglycemia to me. We try to keep dd's blood glucose above 4. Causes problems if it gets to ~3.5 or below. I would get a meter and carry quick carbs (we use dextrose tabs).

Thanks Oxy. I have been using sugar tablets and they definitely help.

I don't have any particular condition, but when my blood sugar does get too low I feel shaky and 'detached' like you mention. My head sort of swims.

The weirdest symptom, the one that tells me immediately that I need to eat, is that my forearms ache inside. Like somebody's injected the bones with iron or something. It's bizarre.

Sugar tablets are good in emergencies but don't let them become a standard thing in replacement of eating regularly IYSWIM :)

Lots to think about - thank you. I think the first thing is to go back to my GP or my consultant to explain that I think I'm having hypos, and is there anything they can do to adjust medication? I just wanted to check that my symptoms sounded about right before I wasted their time.

Footle: Thank you. I don't tend to drive much as frequently not well enough, but certainly something to bear in mind.

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