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Has Anyone Else Experienced This?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cape Town, ZA

I was in hospital recently partly due to my high sugar levels (19 mmol/L).

The nephrologist put me on new diabetic meds and a new insulin, Ryzodeg.

Following being discharged, this morning my fasting sugar was 5.8 mmol/L and before I ate lunch I was feeling really dizzy, sweaty and very shaky, but my sugar was 5.1 mmol/L the afternoon. 

I was really not feeling ok, but felt better after I ate.

Does it mean that the sugar level of 5 mmol/L is too low for me?

Or is my body just not used to… read more

October 16, 2024
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A DiabetesTeam Member

From a layman's opinion and just an opinion maybe not all the feelings our body is telling us come from diabetes. Maybe how you feel has nothing to do with diabetes. Who knows? A thought.

October 16, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

You are just not used to these lower blood glucose readings. It takes time for your body to adjust.

October 16, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

It sounds like your body might be adjusting to the new medication and insulin regimen. Here are some key points to consider:

- Normal Blood Sugar Levels: Normal blood sugar levels range from 70 to 140 mg/dL (3.9 to 7.8 mmol/L)
- Hypoglycemia: Blood sugar levels below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) are considered hypoglycemic.
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It sounds like your body might be adjusting to the new medication and insulin regimen. Here are some key points to consider:

- Normal Blood Sugar Levels: Normal blood sugar levels range from 70 to 140 mg/dL (3.9 to 7.8 mmol/L).
- Hypoglycemia: Blood sugar levels below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) are considered hypoglycemic.
- Symptoms: Dizziness, sweating, and shakiness can be symptoms of hypoglycemia, but they can also occur if your body is not used to lower blood sugar levels.
- Adjustment Period: Since your blood sugar levels have been high for a while, your body might need time to adjust to the new, lower levels.

It's important to monitor your symptoms and blood sugar levels closely and discuss these experiences with your doctor to ensure your treatment plan is appropriate.

October 16, 2024

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