dizzy and lightheaded

[pas7895]

I have recently been diagnosed as pre-diabetic. In the past three weeks I have been dizzy and lightheaded - and not just when I go from laying to sitting.... it just happens at anytime...can these two things be related?

[Zoelula]

Are you dizzy and lightheaded when it is nearly time to eat? You might have low blood sugar. Do you test? Being pre-diabetic testing at least occasionally fasting and 2 hours after eating are important as well as making changes in diet and exercise.

[WorriedMom98]

I had that dizzy and lightheaded a few weeks ago when I dramatically cut carbs in take.  It happened right after I ate.  For example, I ate a bread, that took me 5 mins, right after that I got very dizzy.  I never tested at that point.  I also got dizzy some other time and I tested twice both were 90.  I have low blood pressure I am thinking that cause my dizzines.  Now I only get dizzy after I read those stuff on line and focus on my head.  It is quite strange.

Please keep us posted on your findings.

[phoenixrisin]

Are you taking any meds for your Pre Diabetes?
What are your normal numbers?

When this happens can you take a second and test your sugar? You do have a meter right?

It is likely that your sugar has dropped too low.
I have this happen now and than if I am out and do not eat on schedule.

Keeping some orange Juice on hand and having a small glass to raise it up Also you can buy glucose tablets to keep in your purse to take when it happens.


if you are on meds you may need to lower them a bit speak to your Doctor.Also one thing about this disease it does require that you eat on a regular schedule.
Hope this helps