Diabetes shock is a serious health risk for any diabetic. It is the result of too much insulin. The amount of food that you eat, physical activity, or medication can all cause your insulin system to become imbalanced.

Diabetes shock should not be ignored. If actions don’t happen quickly, hypoglycemia can lead you to faint, have a seizure, go into a coma, or even die. For this reason, it is important that you, and those normally around you, learn to recognize shock diabetes signs and symptoms.

Diabetes shock symptoms may seem mild at first, but should not be underestimated. They could turn dangerous very quickly. If you experience any of the possible sign of hypoglycemia, you should check your blood sugar to make sure it isn’t low. Then, if your blood sugar is low, treat it quickly or get emergency treatment.

 

Diabetes Shock Symptoms

 

According to WebMd.com, symptoms of diabetes shock can be moderate to severe. Treatment will depend on the severity of these symptoms. Symptoms and warning signs of diabetes shock are listed below.

Mild Symptoms

  • Dizziness
  • Irritability
  • Moodiness
  • Sudden behavior change
  • Shakiness
  • Hunger
  • Sweating

 

Moderate Symptoms

  • Confusion
  • Headache
  • Poor Coordination

 

Severe diabetes shock symptoms may include fainting, unconsciousness, seizures, and/or coma. If your symptoms are only mild are moderate, there are ways of bringing you blood sugar back up quickly. Drinking fruit juice or soda takes it up the quickest, but candy or glucose tablets also work. It may be wise to keep glucose tablets on you in case of an emergency such as this. Other recommended remedies include:

  • A cup of milk
  • A tablespoon of honey or sugar
  • Several sugar cubes dissolved in water
  • A cup of raisins

 

After the snack, wait 15 minutes and check your blood sugar again. If it is still low, check your blood sugar again 15 minutes after eating another snack. Repeat this process until your blood sugar is at a normal range.

For more severe cases immediate medical attention will be needed, particularly if you lose consciousness. Someone should call 911 if this happens. You may want to see if your doctor will prescribe you a glucagon rescue kit. Then, if you become unconscious, someone around you can inject you with a glucagon shot. Glucagon is a natural hormone that is use for raising blood sugar. Be sure to educate friends, family members and co-workers how to use the kit, and explain what help you may need in an emergency.