Do I have low blood sugar?

Question

I am 16 years old and weigh around 118. I eat all the time and don't gain any weight. I passout about once every semester. My heart sometimes races when I am not even doing anything (like going to sleep). I day dream a lot during school and have a hard time concentrating and always procrastinate. I do have anxiety problems and have noticing more and more headaches than before I started passing out. I do eat junk food during snacks and sometimes fruit. For meals I eat pretty healthy (spaghetti, meat, etc...). People always say I am really skinny, but I eat more than them. Do I have low blood sugar and what other symptoms or ways would I know?

Answer 1

You could have diabetes. Passing out is NOT a good sign, especially when you're eating normally. Likewise, many diabetics have trouble gaining weight before their diabetes is brought under control. You might have very HIGH blood sugar, but without insulin to use it, it might as well not be there, and could easily produce some of the symptoms you are describing. I urge you to contact your doctor for a checkup; no matter what is wrong, passing out shouldn't be happening to a healthy person.

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Answer 5

It does not sound as if your problems are related to your glucose (sugar) level. The fact that your heart races sometimes is what is of concern. A rapid heart beat may be the cause of your fainting episodes. Indeed a rapid heart beat is the most common cause of sudden death in teenagers. Thus it is imperative that you see a physician.

Answer 6

If your heart races when you're not doing anything, you could have tachycardias, a type of heart arrhythmia. From what it sounds like, it could also be anxiety attacks.

Get a complete physical and blood test done at your doctor's office. Passing out is quite common among young girls, but you have to make sure there's no serious condition causing your blackouts.

Answer 7

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
What is hypoglycemia?
Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by a glucose (blood sugar) level that is too low to effectively fuel the body's blood cells. Glucose is the main source of fuel for the body. According to the National Institute for Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), the good range of blood sugar is approximately 60 to 120 mg/dL (milligrams of glucose per deciliter of blood). Blood sugar levels under 60 mg/dL are too low and are considered unhealthy.

Hypoglycemia may be a condition by itself, or may be a complication of diabetes or another disorder. It is most often seen as a complication of diabetes, which is sometimes referred to as insulin reaction.

What causes hypoglycemia?
Causes of hypoglycemia in people with diabetes may include the following:

too much medication
a missed meal
a delayed meal
too little food eaten as compared to the amount of insulin taken
Other causes of hypoglycemia are rare, but may occur in early pregnancy, after strenuous exercise, or during prolonged fasting. Hypoglycemia may also result from taking certain medications, abusing alcohol, or other rare causes.

What are the symptoms of hypoglycemia?
The following are the most common symptoms of hypoglycemia. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. The symptoms include:

shakiness
dizziness
sweating
hunger
headache
irritability
pale skin color
sudden moodiness or behavior changes, such as crying for no apparent reason
clumsy or jerky movements
difficulty paying attention, or confusion
tingling sensations around the mouth
The symptoms of hypoglycemia may resemble other conditions or medical problems. Always consult your physician for a diagnosis.

How is hypoglycemia diagnosed?
In addition to a complete medical history and physician examination, certain blood tests are used to diagnose hypoglycemia.

When a person with diabetes has symptoms of hypoglycemia, then the cause is usually diagnosed as a complication of diabetes, or insulin reaction. It is often the result of the causes listed above.

For those who have symptoms of hypoglycemia and do not have diabetes, the disorder is diagnosed by:

measuring blood glucose levels while the person is experiencing the symptoms.
observing that the symptoms are relieved when the person eats food with a high content of sugar.
Laboratory tests to measure insulin production may also be performed.

Treatment for hypoglycemia:
Specific treatment for hypoglycemia will be determined by your physician based on:

your age, overall health, and medical history
extent of the condition
your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, or therapies
expectations for the course of the condition
your opinion or preference
For persons with diabetes, the goal of treatment is to maintain a blood sugar level that is appropriate for each individual. This involves testing blood sugar often, learning to recognize the oncoming symptoms, and treating the condition quickly, based on prior instructions from the physician.

To treat low blood sugar immediately, you should eat or drink something that has sugar in it, such as orange juice, milk, or a hard candy.

For people who do not have diabetes, treatment (as directed by a physician) may include:

avoiding foods high in carbohydrates
eating smaller meals more frequently
frequent snacks
eating a variety of healthy foods
regular exercise

Answer 8

you should go to your doctor if you do have low blood sugars theyll be able to test and tell you