When the blood glucose level falls too low (less then 70mg/dl) it is called hypoglycaemia or "hypo" for short.

What causes hypoglycaemia?

· Too much insulin or diabetic medication
· More physical activity then usual
· Not eating on time
· Not eating enough or as usual
· Drinking alcohol

Low blood glucose occurs for only one reason, there is more insulin in the body then it needs at the time. This is true whether the insulin comes from a syringe or your body. Unless the excess insulin is balanced by food you will have low blood glucose.

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