Hello new here with ?s

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Registered: 06-27-2005
Hello new here with ?s
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Tue, 07-19-2005 - 3:17pm
Yesterday I was diagnosed with hypoglycemia. For the past few weeks I have been feeling "different". So I finally went to the doctor to get checked out. My question is this. I think part of me thinking that I was feeling different was because I was dwelling on how I felt at all times. I read online that when you do this you can experience other side effects that might not mean anything at all. I have been experiencing a funny feeling in my feet and hands/arms. So could the funny feeling that I have been having be caused by anxiety? Am I just paying too much attention to how I am feeling which is making me think I feel worse than I do? Does this make sense? If someone know what I am talking about, please share.

Lauren

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Tue, 07-19-2005 - 5:48pm

Hello! Nice to have you here. Being a diabetic & also having panic attacks, I can say that I know what *different* feels like. Many times when my sugar drops(hypoglycemia) I get anxious feelings. Racing heart, weakness, tingling in my hands & feet, a tuggy feeling in my chest that leads me to think I am not catching my breath. It's hard to determine which problem I actually have, as they feel much the same. But they aren't. Hypoglycemia can be reversed by taking in some food that will raise your blood sugar. Anxiety won't go away with food.


I hope that knowing your diagnosis, you have been provided with a proper diet that will prevent the drops in blood sugar. You really would benefit from seeing a dietician, IMHO. Anyone who must follow a diet to prevent or control an illness needs the advice & guidance of a professional.


What did your dr. say when you saw him? Did you discuss your fears of having anxiety?