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Important
Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar:
You can better understand your test results by being aware of
the symptoms of high or low blood sugar; this will also help you
decide what to do if your results seem unusual.
Some of the most common symptoms are:
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High blood sugar
(Hyperglycemia):
• frequent urination
• excessive thirst
• blurred vision
• increased fatigue
• extreme hunger
• irritability
Ketones (Ketoacidosis) from
untreated Hyperglycemia:
• shortness of breath
• nausea and vomiting
• very dry mouth
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms,
test your blood glucose. If your result is displayed
as LO or HI, contact your doctor immediately.
For additional information and symptoms, contact a healthcare
professional or refer to the website for the American Diabetes
Association: www.diabetes.org
Symptoms of High or Low Blood Sugar
Low blood sugar
(Hypoglycemia):
• shakiness
• sweating
• fast heartbeat
• blurred vision
• strange behavior
• confusion
• passing out
• seizure