How low does ones blood sugar have to be before going into a diabetic coma/insulin shock?
Anything below about 70 or 80 is considered “low,” and many people will feel extremely hungry, tired, or dizzy. However, around 60 it’s nothing to worry too much about, most people will have a juice and a snack and will come back up to normal with no problem. Anything below 40 or 50 is considered dangerously low and there is a risk of going into shock. There is no set number at which a diabetic will just suddenly go into shock, everyone and every situation is different. I know of someone who passed out at around 45, but one time my sister’s was below 25 and she felt completely normal. Checking your blood sugar regularly and paying attention to how your body feels is key to staying healthy.
