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The link between anxiety and glucose levels
Stress can affect your blood sugars, though research tends to be mixed as to how. In some people, it appears to raise blood glucose levels, while in others it appears to lower them.
At least one study has shown there may also be an association between glycemic control and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, particularly for men.
However, another study
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found that general anxiety didn’t affect glycemic control, but diabetes-specific emotional stress did.
Other research has found that people with type 1 diabetes seem to be “more susceptible to physical harm from stress” while those with
type 2 diabetes weren’t. One’s personality also seems to determine the effect to some extent as well.
Causes of anxiety for people with diabetes
People with diabetes may become anxious over a variety of things. These can include monitoring their glucose levels, weight, and diet.
They may also worry about short-term health complications, such as hypoglycemia
But keep in mind that the information can also be empowering if it leads to preventative measures and treatments.
There is also some evidence that anxiety may play a role in causing diabetes. One study found that symptoms of anxiety and depression are significant risk factors for developing
type 2 diabetes.
Symtoms of anxiety
While it might initially stem from stress or a stressful situation, anxiety is more than just feeling stressed. It’s excessive, unrealistic worry that can interfere with relationships and daily life. Anxiety symptoms vary from person to person. There are several types of anxiety disorders, which include:
agoraphobia (a fear of certain places or situations)
generalized anxiety disorder
obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
panic disorder
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
selective mutism
separation anxiety disorder
specific phobias
While each disorder has distinct symptoms, common symptoms of anxiety include:
nervousness, restlessness, or being tense
feelings of danger, panic, or dread
rapid heart rate
rapid breathing, or hyperventilation
increased or heavy sweating
trembling or muscle twitching
weakness and lethargy
difficulty focusing or thinking clearly about anything other than the thing you’re worried about
insomnia
digestive or gastrointestinal problems, such as gas, constipation, or diarrhea
a strong desire to avoid the things that trigger your anxiety
obsessions about certain ideas, a sign of OCD
performing certain behaviors over and over again
anxiety surrounding a particular life event or experience that has occurred in the past (especially indicative of PTSD)
In some cases, anxiety can cause panic attacks, which are sudden, intense episodes of fear that aren’t related to any apparent threat or danger. Symptoms of panic attacks are very similar to those of hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia is a dangerous condition in which a person’s blood sugar can become too low.
Symptoms of hypoglycemia
rapid heartbeat
blurry vision
sudden mood changes
sudden nervousness
unexplained fatigue
pale skin
headache
hunger
shaking
dizziness
sweating
difficulty sleeping
skin tingling
trouble thinking clearly or concentrating
loss of consciousness, seizure, coma
Symptoms of a panic attack
chest pain
difficulty swallowing
difficulty breathing
shortness of breath
hyperventilating
rapid heartbeat
feeling faint
hot flashes
chills
shaking
sweating
nausea
stomach pain
tingling or numbness
feeling that death is imminent
Both conditions require treatment by a medical professional. Hypoglycemia is a medical emergency that may require immediate treatment, depending on the person. If you experience any of the symptoms of hypoglycemia, even if you suspect anxiety, you should check your blood sugar and try to eat 15 grams of carbohydrates right away (about the amount in a slice of bread or small piece of fruit). Review the symptoms with your doctor as soon as possible.
There are a variety of anxiety orders, and the treatment for each varies. However, in general, the most common treatments for anxiety include:
Lifestyle changes
Things such as getting exercise, avoiding alcohol and other recreational drugs, limiting caffeine, maintaining a healthy diet, and getting enough sleep can often help to calm anxiety.
Therapy
If lifestyle changes aren’t enough to manage anxiety, your doctor may suggest you see a mental health provider. Therapy techniques used to treat anxiety include:
cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which teaches you to recognize anxious thoughts and behaviors and change them
exposure therapy, in which you’re exposed gradually to things that make you anxious to help manage your feelings
Medications
In some cases, medication may be prescribed to treat anxiety. Some of the most common include:
antidepressants
anti-anxiety medications such as buspirone
a benzodiazepine for relief of panic attacks
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