Hypoglycemia
Abnormally low blood sugar levels causing shakiness, sweating, confusion, and in severe cases loss of consciousness.
Also known as: low blood sugar.
Category: Endocrine & Metabolic
Drugs labeled for Hypoglycemia
3 medication ingredients list an association with hypoglycemia in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Hypoglycemia
The following symptoms have been associated with Hypoglycemia in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Confusion
Lack of clarity and coherence of thought, perception, understanding, or action....
Excessive Sweating
Sweating more than is needed to regulate body temperature, which can accompany fever, anxiety, hypoglycemia, o...
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hunger
The sensation of needing to eat, which can be increased by low blood sugar or metabolic conditions....
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood di...
Palpitations
A sensation that the heart is pounding or racing, which is a non-specific sign but may be a manifestation of a...
Reduced consciousness
Abnormally diminished level of attention, responsiveness, or wakefulness....
Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....
Tests used to investigate Hypoglycemia
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Hypoglycemia. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Fasting Insulin
Measures insulin levels to help assess insulin resistance....
Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative
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Glucose Blood Test
The glucose test is a blood test used to measure glucose (blood sugar) levels. Glucose is the major source of ...
Igf-1 Insulin Blood Test
Our IGF-1 blood test is commonly used to measure levels of human growth hormone (hGH) and its activity....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Hypoglycemia, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for severe hypoglycemia: confusion, seizures, or unconsciousness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hypoglycemia?
Hypoglycemia is a health condition described in medical literature. Abnormally low blood sugar levels causing shakiness, sweating, confusion, and in severe cases loss of consciousness.
What are the symptoms of Hypoglycemia?
Hypoglycemia is associated with 8 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Confusion, Excessive Sweating, Headache, Hunger, Irritability, Palpitations. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Hypoglycemia diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Hypoglycemia include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Fasting Glucose, Fasting Insulin, Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative, Glucose Blood Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Hypoglycemia, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.