People with frequent low blood sugar may also get diabetes.
The causes of hypoglycemia are different from those of diabetes. Hypoglycemia is a symptom caused by factors such as too little food or increased insulin secretion, while diabetes is caused by an absolute lack of insulin or impaired utilization.
Also in the early stages of diabetes, there is a delay in the peak of insulin secretion. The peak of insulin secretion should occur around 30-60 minutes after a meal, while the delayed peak of insulin secretion caused by the early stage of diabetes can occur in 2-3 hours. Pre-meal hypoglycemia can result due to the altered timing of insulin secretion.
Therefore, for patients with recurrent preprandial hypoglycemia, they may be suffering from diabetes mellitus or impaired glucose tolerance, and should pay attention to their diets, monitor their blood glucose, and consult a doctor in time if necessary, and use medication under the guidance of a physician.