By glycemia we mean the amount of glucose present in the blood which is the main energy substrate of our body.
When glucose levels are high, hyperglycemia, there is a risk of developing relevant diseases, including diabetes. The ordinary value of fasting blood glucose is kept between 70 and 100mg / dl. We speak of hyperglycemia when there is an elevation in the level of glucose in the blood which can lead to negative effects on our health.
If the blood glucose specified on blood sampling, fasting and in normal conditions, is confirmed> 126mg / dl on two different occasions, then it is possible to analyze diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease aggravated by complications, resulting from a decreased production of insulin or an insufficient function of the latter.
Symptoms of summer blood sugar: here are what they are and how to intervene
Hyperglycemia is often symptom-free or insufficiently symptomatic. The classic annoyances of increased diuresis (polyuria) and consequently of thirst (polydipsia) or random weight loss usually appear for high and prolonged values of hyperglycemia over time.
More often, hyperglycemia is accompanied by: fatigue, abdominal pain or unexpected mood changes ranging from short temper to depression. These symptoms occur in the hot season because when our blood sugar is lowered, as anticipated, mechanisms are triggered that involve the whole organism and involve, in addition to the sense of hunger, also other symptoms such as: tiredness, sweating, tremor, dizziness and headache, paleness, tachycardia, mental confusion.
Here are some tips that can help you enjoy summer even if you suffer from blood sugar. First of all, it is essential to always keep in mind that insulin could break down if exposed to high temperatures, so it is advisable to always keep it in the refrigerator or in a cooler bag, but be careful that it does not freeze. Heat can also adversely affect the operation of your meter, test strips, sensors, and insulin pumps.
Then it may seem like a trivial piece of advice, but regularly hydrating is essential, particularly in the warmer months. Remember to drink copiously, even if you are not very thirsty. This is to avoid the risk of dehydration, especially if you have done sports or if you have sweated a lot.
In people with diabetes, high blood sugar levels can also promote fluid loss through the urine. For this reason, attention must be paid to the right hydration.