Female | 18
Why Did I Experience Dizziness and Rapid Heartbeat Despite Taking Insulin for High Blood Sugar?
I am a type 1 Diabetic, Morning I took 10u of Novarapid and had breakfast. After giving my practical exams which was of 2 Hours, In Afternoon I was walking to the station by walk and I was extremely thirsty so I got a buttermilk, after the train boarded, I was still feeling thirsty, I checked my Sugars it were 250 so I took 15U of Novarapid because I wanted to eat food as well. After reaching to my destination that was just 15 mins, I bought Cold water, after having it, i felt a little discomfort in chest. I was walking on the bridge to the metro and suddenly I started feeling Unconscious, My sugars were not low because I took insulin 5-6 mins ago. I had a rapid heart beat, My hands were shaking, I was scared, I was dizzy and wanted to sit down, I had a feeling of passing out. ECG was done. Blood pressure was high that was 150/80 mm hg but later it got normal. The doctor was about to give me some injection to lower blood pressure but later didn't. I was not satisfied with doctor.
General Physician
Answered on 4th Apr '24
From the symptoms you mentioned, you probably experience a seizure of your blood sugar levels, known as hypoglycemia. You should seek help from an endocrinologist or a diabetes specialist and attend a detailed examination and proper treatment. Insulin can be a hazardous medication to self-select and therefore should only be taken upon a healthcare provider's advice.
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