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What Causes Fainting In A Type 1 Diabetic Patient?
I have a history of low bloob pressure in last 2 weeks I have passed out 2 times at times it feels like my head is under water my hearing fades away also as of this pass Sunday my feet and legs ( left being much worse ) were swollen very bad. I am type 1 diabetic of 37 years, 2 heart stents and have neuropathy very bad. What should I do?
Mon, 24 Jun 2019
Hello,
High blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) can cause polyuria, which in turn can lead to dehydration by passing too much fluid out of the body in an attempt to remove excess glucose. With low levels of water in the body, the brain may struggle to function correctly and cause lightheadedness.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Esmeralda Sera, Oncologist
High blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) can cause polyuria, which in turn can lead to dehydration by passing too much fluid out of the body in an attempt to remove excess glucose. With low levels of water in the body, the brain may struggle to function correctly and cause lightheadedness.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Esmeralda Sera, Oncologist
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