Insulin reaction

Insulin reaction is a medical condition that occurs when the level of glucose in a person's blood drops too low, usually as a result of taking too much insulin. This condition is also known as hypoglycemia.

Causes

An insulin reaction can be caused by several factors, including:

• Taking too much insulin or other diabetes medications
• Skipping or delaying a meal
• Exercising more than usual without eating enough food
• Drinking alcohol

Symptoms

The symptoms of an insulin reaction can vary from person to person, but they usually include:

• Feeling shaky or lightheaded
• Sweating
• Feeling anxious or nervous
• Fast heartbeat
• Feeling irritable or confused
• Feeling hungry
• Having a headache
• Feeling weak or tired
• Having blurred vision

Treatment

If you have an insulin reaction, you should eat or drink something that contains sugar, such as fruit juice, glucose tablets, or hard candy. If your symptoms do not improve after 15 minutes, you should eat or drink more sugar and check your blood sugar level. If your blood sugar level is still too low, you should seek medical help immediately.

Prevention

To prevent an insulin reaction, you should:

• Take your insulin and other diabetes medications as directed by your doctor
• Eat regular meals and snacks
• Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly
• Be aware of the signs and symptoms of an insulin reaction

See also

• Diabetes
• Hypoglycemia
• Insulin
• Blood sugar level

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