Hypoglycemia and Diabetes: Understanding the Connection & Risks

The medical condition likely to cause hypoglycemia if not properly managed is diabetes mellitus.

In diabetes mellitus, the body either does not produce enough insulin, or does not respond to insulin properly, resulting in high blood sugar levels. When blood sugar levels are not well-controlled, they can drop too low, leading to hypoglycemia.

Symptoms of hypoglycemia include sweating, shaking, hunger, confusion, and dizziness. Severe hypoglycemia can cause seizures, coma, or even death.

People with diabetes need to carefully manage their blood sugar levels to avoid hypoglycemia. This can be done through a combination of diet, exercise, and medication.