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Hands are shaking...?  

answers 0:My hands usually shake if I haven't eaten a lot, or if I'm very nervous I will shake all over (ESPECIALLY at the doctor's office/dentists). I'm not sure when this began happening, but it didn't happen when I was younger.Typically, my muscles are very weak, and this is not an exaggeration--I'm very weak (but I don't exercise much ahah...)This I had been noticing my hands shaking regularly for about a year and then they stopped for a few months and last week...Sunday or so, and today, my hands have been shaking just a bit. I haven't seen a doctor for it (lack of money).Can anyone tell me what it might be? Low blood sugar? (It usually resolves after I've eaten, but I don't have weird eating habits...and I don't do much strenuous activity.)...Show moreanswers 1:I often go through a bit of depression and because of past family fueds I've had near-anxiety attacks but I've n! ever been diagnosed.I have considered diabetes but I don't have many of the symptoms, and once again, have not been to the doctor for it. (If I did, I'd probably be much worse by now).answers 2:Also, today my knees were shaking a bit.However, I am relatively calm and all is well in my life. I don't see how I could be overly worried, however, there have been time at night when I had randomly gotten the nervous kind of pain in my stomach and began shaking with a dry mouth, and my vision shook in the corners, like I was very anxious. It was brought on randomly and is rare but has occurred a few times when I was otherwise doing fine....answers 3:What are some symptoms of hypoglycemia to look for?•You may feel sweaty, shaky or hungry. You may feel faint. •Extremely low blood sugar levels may cause you to be confused, or disoriented. •Severely low levels of blood sugar may cause coma. •You may have a fast heartbeat, or feel palpitations.Things you can do about hypoglycemi! a:If you are experiencing low blood sugar levels as a result o! f your treatment of diabetes, your healthcare provider may instruct you on the use of close blood sugar monitoring during this time. Follow all of your healthcare provider's instructions. •Try to exercise. Low blood sugar levels are often temporary. If you are diabetic, you will have high blood sugars as well. Make a daily walk either alone, or with a friend or family member a part of your routine. Even light walking or aerobic activity may help you to promote the flow of oxygen in your lungs and blood (oxygenation), lower your blood sugar levels, and help to prevent long-term complications of hyperglycemia. Consistent diet and exercise will help your healthcare provider determine your insulin or diabetic pill dosages, and help you to obtain better control of your disease. •Follow the recommended diet. A diabetic diet may be suggested even if you only have a short-term elevation in blood sugar due to an infection, or the use of steroids. If you have high blood sugar lev! els, and take too much insulin, your blood sugar levels may become too low. •You will most likely meet with a dietician if you are diagnosed with diabetes, either Type 2 or gestational, to help you determine a diet that is right for you. This will help you to gain control over your disease or condition that may be causing the high or low blood sugar levels. Reading the labels on food is helpful to know what kinds of calories, fat and protein you are taking in. Some general dietary recommendations include: •Limit Carbohydrates - Carbohydrates, either simple (such as fruit and sugar) or complex, (such as pasta and cereals), have the greatest impact on blood sugar levels. Your diet should include around than 50% carbohydrates. Avoid sugar, and instead, use artificial sweeteners, such as nutrasweet, aspartame, or saccharin. •Protein - your diet should consist of 15-20% protein. Long-term damage to your kidneys may be corrected by restricting protein - if you are diabetic! . •Increase fresh vegetables and fiber intake - Up to 55 grams of fib! er in your diet per day is recommended. Fiber and fresh vegetables help to decrease blood sugar levels, maintain regular bowel habits, and may prevent certain cancers. •There are many types of "good and bad" fats. The easiest thing to remember is to limit your intake of saturated fats and oils in your diet. •You will most likely be instructed on obtaining a blood sugar monitor, especially if you have diabetes, and be asked by your healthcare provider to check your blood sugar levels at home. At first, you will be required to check your blood sugar levels up to 4 or more times a day, to make sure that the levels are in the normal range, without extremely high or low levels. Eventually, with diet, exercise, and the proper medication regimen, you may be able to check your blood sugar levels less often. •A sensible bedtime snack may help to prevent low blood sugar levels during the nighttime. •Alert your friends, family and close contacts about your condition. Explain t! o them the symptoms and signs of low blood sugar, including sweatiness, shakiness and confusion. Keep candy or instant glucose tablets in your pocket in case your blood sugar gets too low, and instruct them to seek emergency assistance if they are unsure what to do. •Wear a "medic alert" bracelet, if you have diabetes, or a history of high or low blood sugars (hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia). •Make sure you tell your doctor, as well as all healthcare providers, about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter, vitamins, or herbal remedies). •Remind your doctor or healthcare provider if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, or heart disease. •Keep yourself well hydrated. Drink two to three quarts of fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise. •Avoid alcohol. Certain forms of alcohol may cause you to have a severely high or low blood sugar level. If you are taking pills to control your hyperglycemia, alcohol use may caus! e life-threatening interaction. •If you have diabetes, it is importan! t to inspect your feet daily. People with long-term high blood sugar levels may develop signs of diabetic nephropathy, with a decreased sensation and blood flow to your feet and toes. If you have neuropathy, you may be unable to notice if there has been any damage to your feet or toes. If you develop an infection, or a wound, you may not be able to heal as well. •Keep your feet clean and dry. Wear white cotton socks. •Inspect your feet and toes for cracks, hardened areas, or rashes. •A...answers 4:I had the same thing happen to me, I was cinvinced that it was low blood sugar but it turned out to be anxiety. What other symptoms do you have?answers 5:There are many possible explanations for your symptoms.Diabetes is a possibility. Type 1 would get bad pretty quickly, however, type 2 is often not recognized for a long time after it has begun. Discuss this with your doctor.With your history of anxiety, your symptoms could be emotionally based. you may need to have an eval! uation by a mental health professional.Many of the symptoms sound neurological in nature. You may have to see a neurologist for an evaluation. (Neurological issues are very hard to diagnosis.)In any case, your first step is to see your primary care physician. You need to discuss all of your symptoms there....