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Posted 2/12/2012 7:49 AM (GMT 0)
Hi, I just came acrossed this website tonight. I'm not quite sure if I am in the right forum, but I need help. I was diagnosed hypoglycemic when I was little, but I was never truly followed up by the doctor. He just told my parent that when I got the shakes, just to give me a piece of candy or a cheese-n-cracker. However, after a little while my symptoms started to not be as often so i stopped paying attention to it (i now know that this was not the best thing to do). Lately (I am 24 now) I have been experiencing the typical symptoms of hypoglycemia, but my doctor ran tests and my fasting bg was 86 and my a1c was 5.1. So I started testing my blood sugar and the highest it ever gets after a meal is in the low 90s. I have tested it for a couple of weeks every two hours and I will be like 71 when I get up, and then I will fluctuate better the 60s and 80s for the rest of the day. But then like today I dropped to 50 without any warning. I have been to a dietitian and I am making sure to eat protein, low carb, good low fat items every 2 hours but it does not seem to help. If my bg is never higher than 90s and is in the 50s to 60s at least once everyday then why don't my blood tests show it? And suggestions, I need something to stop the terrible headaches and other symptoms. Help please.
Posted 2/12/2012 2:22 PM (GMT 0)
Hi and welcome.  Wow, you know many people have the exact opposite problem you have with blood sugar way too high but having very low blood sugar may be worse when you're trying to live your daily life!  I don't know anything better to say than what you've been told, that is, to eat small meals very often throughout the day.  If I were you, I'd see an endocrinologist.  That's the specialist who should be able to get to the bottom of this.  Good luck. 
Posted 2/12/2012 2:47 PM (GMT 0)
Lanie,
I know my case is weird, right? I guess your right. The only issue I have is that I really life my new doctor, but no matter where I go they see a 24 year old with good labs and they think I am either an attention seeker or a depressed teen (don't get it because I am not even a teen). I am not an attention seeker and i have never been depressed. I had one doctor a couple years ago tell me to stop coming to doctors because I am " pretty stinking healthy." I can't stand being stereotyped. I know something is wrong, but I can't find someone to figure it out. Thanks for the reply.
Posted 2/12/2012 3:17 PM (GMT 0)
Well, if you're feeling shaky because of low blood sugar, that's not "attention seeking" for heaven's sakes.  I understand you like your doctor but this is a medical problem that needs to be handled by a specialist.  I don't know what the endocrinologist will do other than the lab tests.  Maybe you should carry glucose tabs or gel that you can get in stores.  Some diabetics need them to bring their blood sugar up fast so they carry them.  It would be a good idea to keep a daily log of your blood sugar readings though.  Time, blood sugar, what and when you eat - this journal might be helpful to any doctor as he can see what your blood sugar does during the day.  And, when you have a doctor's appointment, take your meter with you.
Posted 2/12/2012 3:51 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks, will do. I know I am not faking it. I am a full time pre-med student. I figure that at let in a few years, if no other doctor can find out what I have, maybe I can :) doesn't help when I am in class and the symptoms start, but I guess I will just have to do my best until I can get to a specialist that can figure it out. Thanks again Lanie
Posted 2/12/2012 4:42 PM (GMT 0)
Pre-med?  You're in the right field then!  tongue     Well, seriously, then get some of those glucose tabs/gel so you can take one if you're in class to head off those symptoms.  I'm sure it's hard to concentrate if your brain is getting fuzzy.  In the meantime, do make a journal of your daily readings, etc.  And see if you can get in to see an endo.  Best of luck.
Posted 2/12/2012 11:48 PM (GMT 0)
Tell me about it. A couple semesters ago I was in a 5 hour human anatomy class twice a week, and eating in class was prohibited because it was also a labrotary. That was so difficult to stay focused. I will make the log and look into the tab/gel. Thanks for all the help.
Posted 2/13/2012 1:55 PM (GMT 0)
Since this is a medical problem, please speak to your instructors before or after class or in their office and explain what's going on.  Having the glucose tabs or gel is not food and is not eating.  And - honestly - you're in pre-med classes, these instructors are the ones who should understand all about hypos!  rolleyes
Posted 2/13/2012 4:25 PM (GMT 0)
You would think they are more understanding, but I will go talk to them and explain. Thanks again so all your help.
Posted 4/23/2012 1:59 PM (GMT 0)
When I first became the Diabetic my parents told the my teachers all about my condition and now I also inform my new supervisors at work about what to look out for if anything does happen, nobody knows anything about you unless you let them know
Posted 4/23/2012 11:58 PM (GMT 0)
You can get a meter and strips anywhere for very little cost.  No rx needed.  Do a finger stick when you feel lowish.  Put that result in your log for the docs to see too.

And if you are below 70, do the 15-15 rule.  Eat 15g fast acting carb, wait 15 min and test.  If still below 70, repeat.  If it still won't come up, repeat.  Then follow with a substantial snack.

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