Diabetes: Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycaemia)

In this episode, we discuss: 

What is hypoglycaemia? 2:04
What are the symptoms of hypoglycaemia? 2:33
What are the risks of developing hypoglycaemia? 3:07
What is the problem with hypoglycaemia? 3:57
Do I always know if my blood sugar is low? 4:18
What are some common causes of hypoglycaemia? 4:53
What is the treatment of hypoglycaemia? 5:43
How high does my blood sugar need to be before I can drive? 7:06
What resources do you recommend? 7:51

Diabetes Canada: https://www.diabetes.ca
American Diabetes Association: https://www.diabetes.org

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Peer reviewed by Dr. Tanya Wyman, Family Doctor at the Leslie Medical Family Health Organization in North York, Canada
Original music by Nicholas and John Bragagnolo

DISCLAIMER: 
This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.

Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. 

In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.