Abnormal Sweating
One of the first symptoms that manifest when blood sugar levels are low is abnormal sweating. The body’s response to the decrease in glucose affects the various organs in the body. Once the brain recognizes a significant drop in blood sugar levels, it signals the adrenal glands to release cortisol and adrenaline hormones. As a result, individuals can experience excessive sweating, hyperhidrosis, or lack of sweating, or anhidrosis. They can also experience gustatory and nighttime sweating., which are hallmark indicators of diabetes.
Adrenaline is a hormone that is responsible for the fight-or-flight reaction. Produced by the adrenal glands, it is also known as epinephrine which is primarily involved in regulating visceral responses. It also increases blood flow to muscles, makes the body alert, and releases glucose into the bloodstream. For people who suffer from hypoglycemia, adrenaline helps them release glucose levels and prevents them from feeling dizzy, drowsy, tired, or unable to concentrate on a task.
Treating people with abnormal sweating symptoms due to hypoglycemia typically requires medication. Health experts will determine the cause of the condition and may prescribe topical creams, pills, Botox treatments, and surgery for extreme cases.
