(Diabetes) My blood sugar level is normal, so why do I feel dizzy?

Diabetics sometimes experience dizziness even when their blood sugar levels are normal. It can be caused by other health issues besides fatigue or stress, so it's important to determine the exact cause.

"Are diabetics at risk for anemia? I sometimes feel dizzy, and I think it's low blood sugar, but when I check my blood sugar, it's normal."

 

Q. Can I still feel dizzy even though my blood sugar level is normal?

 

A. Anemia, autonomic neuropathy, and heart disease should be examined.

If you frequently feel dizzy even when your blood sugar is normal, there are several possible conditions you may be concerned about.

If you have anemia, even if your blood sugar levels are normal, you may experience dizziness due to insufficient oxygen supply. Anemia is a common problem in people with diabetes, and dizziness occurs because the blood's ability to carry oxygen is reduced. Diabetics may also have impaired kidney function or chronic inflammation, which can reduce the production of a blood-forming hormone called erythropoietin, leading to anemia.

 

Autonomic neuropathy can also cause dizziness. Autonomic neuropathy is a condition caused by nerve damage due to diabetes. It causes poor blood pressure regulation, leading to dizziness when standing up from a sitting position. In this case, even though blood sugar levels are normal, the dizziness is caused by changes in blood pressure.

Heart disease can also cause dizziness. If your blood sugar levels are normal but you experience dizziness accompanied by chest pain or shortness of breath, it's recommended that you consider the possibility of heart disease and undergo a cardiac evaluation.

 

If dizziness persists, it's important to consult your primary care physician and undergo tests for anemia, hypoglycemia, and autonomic neuropathy to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment. Lifestyle modifications should also be supported. It's recommended to closely monitor situations in which dizziness occurs and measure your blood sugar levels as you do now. Check to see if any medications you're taking, such as insulin or sulfonylureas, are prone to hypoglycemia, and adjust your medication or seek additional treatment if necessary.

 

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I went to the hospital because of a headache,

Nowadays, autonomic nerve tests are performed in general hospitals.

He even recommended that I try it.

 

Autonomic nervous system? I didn't know about it before.

It is also associated with headaches and dizziness.