A Guide to Starting Humulin M3 - LillyPro

What is a hypo and why does it happen
A blood glucose reading of 4 mmol/L and under is
hypoglyceamia (a hypo). A hypo occurs when blood
glucose falls too low. People feel different things
when a hypo is starting, you may also find some of
your hypos feel different from others.
A hypo can happen for a number of reasons;
• If you’ve missed a meal or had one later than usual
• If you’ve not had enough food or eaten less food
than normal
• If you’ve had more insulin than necessary
• If you’ve been more active than usual
• If you’ve been drinking alcohol
• If you’ve experienced extremes in temperature,
either hot or cold
If your diabetes is well controlled occasional hypos
are a normal part of life for people with diabetes, but
they shouldn’t take over your life. If you are having
frequent hypos, speak with your diabetes team.