Blood sugar? Seizure??

DigitalAngel126 · #1 06-25-2006, 07:35 AM

The strangest thing happened last night. I went out to the bar with a few friends (wasn't drinking, though).... Was standing with a few of them in the dance bar part of the bar... Next thing I knew, they were picking me up off the floor and asking me if I was okay. A couple started asking what happened and all I really remember is saying "I don't know!". Of course, they're all "Are you okay?? Amy, are you okay?? Are you SURE??" and I'm kinda dazed but like 'yeah, I'm fine. I don't know what the hell...but I'm fine".

No sooner do I say that (I guess, because I don't really remember), I lean back against the DJ Booth, and *Poof* I'm out again. I remember my one friend, Tiny, just screaming "Amy! AAAMMMYY!! AMY!! Amy! AMY" and shaking me until I fully woke up again. I, again, was on the floor... I looked at him and was just like "what?". So, again, they picked me up.

Really, that's all I remember. They took me out the back door, sat me down, and from what they said, I was sweating bullets and was whiter than my white tee. I don't really remember much of anything. My roommate got my keys and drove me home in my car.

Not that that whole situation wasn't scary in and of itself, but what's really bothering me is that I can't seem to figure what I think happened. I ate about an hour and a half prior to this (cheese and crackers and a bite of chicken), so I don't think my blood sugar just dropped. I don't have any history, to my knowledge, of diabetes or hypoglycemia. Tiny said the second time I went out, it almost seemed like i was going to start seizing - I guess I started to shake a little. I don't have any seizure-type activity or disorders in my family. I should probably have gone to the hospital, but of course I refused (like I was in my right mind!) and said I just wanted to go home and lay down and see how I felt. After a little while, my shoulder and wrist and head started hurting...I don't know, but I'm guessing that's probably the side I landed on or something.

In any case, I came home, my roommate made me a couple crackers w/ peanut butter and a slice of cheese (just to bite the low blood sugar idea in the ass) and I finally tried to pass out. I've been sleeping about 30-45 minutes on, 10-15 minutes off. I don't know if something is still bothering me (I feel a lot better - as close to 'fine' as normal, albiet a little sore), or if I scared myself enough that I subconciously don't want to fall asleep and not wake back up, or what...But I've been awake awake since about 4:30.

So, has anyone ever heard of/experienced anything similiar? And if so, what the hell did it end up being?! (Before the flamers go nuts on this post, I'm *not* seeking medical advice, and I *am* going to try to get in to see my Dr. Monday morning).

Senusret I · #2 06-25-2006, 08:44 AM

That's really scary. That's never happened to me before but I hope you get better soon.

PM_Mama00 · #3 06-25-2006, 10:46 AM

Did something happen that night to get you excited? (in a good or bad way) Sometimes getting riled up about something can cause blood pressure to sore and then plummet. This happened to my cousin at my grandma's funeral. All the cousins got into a fight with this stupid ass rude guy when we were in the processional (love Brooklyn funerals), and once we got to the church he passed out due to blood pressure and all that. Or do you get nervous in big crowds?

Tom Earp · #4 06-25-2006, 11:04 AM

This can happen maytimes because of some type of pressure mentally.

Later in My marriage, I would just suddenly pass out after an argument. Fell down the stairs twice.

I cannot for the life of me think of what it is called, but it does and can happen. Hyper something I think.

First thing, have a Doctor give you a check up!!

Some years back, I was sitting in My store and was sweating bullets and became very pale.

Went to Dr. and they thought I was having a heart atttack. I kept telling them NO. They never did figure out what the problem was.

tunatartare · #5 06-25-2006, 11:26 AM

Whatever it is Amy, I hope that you get better soon!

PM_Mama00 · #6 06-25-2006, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Tom Earp

This can happen maytimes because of some type of pressure mentally.

Later in My marriage, I would just suddenly pass out after an argument. Fell down the stairs twice.

I cannot for the life of me think of what it is called, but it does and can happen. Hyper something I think.

First thing, have a Doctor give you a check up!!

Some years back, I was sitting in My store and was sweating bullets and became very pale.

Went to Dr. and they thought I was having a heart atttack. I kept telling them NO. They never did figure out what the problem was.

Hypertension? My dad has that and what you described sounds like his symptoms.

Tom Earp · #7 06-25-2006, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by PM_Mama00

Hypertension? My dad has that and what you described sounds like his symptoms.

Yes!

No Probs since I got divorced!

PM_Mama00 · #8 06-25-2006, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Tom Earp

Yes!

No Probs since I got divorced!

Lol I've heard Zoloft works wonders too

PhoenixAzul · #9 06-25-2006, 01:23 PM

Hrm, as a diabetic, what you describe sounds very similar to a hypoglycemic episode, which can also mean siezures if severe enough. Note: You don't have to be hypoglycemic for your blood sugar to dip to a dangerous level. If you'd been running around all day w/o a lot to eat, it can still happen. You probably don't remember, but were you feeling confused/tired/lethargic or having any really bizzare thoughts right before this happened? That's my big tip off, I usually just sort of start having these incredibly irrational thoughts, start to have a cold sweat, heart will thump, and then it's lights out. Not fun.

I'd definitely put a call into your GP, he'll probably want to draw blood and do a fasting test of some sort.

Hope you figure it out.

_Lisa_ · #10 06-25-2006, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by PhoenixAzul

Hrm, as a diabetic, what you describe sounds very similar to a hypoglycemic episode, which can also mean siezures if severe enough. Note: You don't have to be hypoglycemic for your blood sugar to dip to a dangerous level.

I absolutely agree! I'm hypoglycemic & I've had some really scary seizure-like episodes in the past & it sounds like you did too. I'd say, in light of your recent surgery, you need to get your ass to the doctor!

Dionysus · #11 06-25-2006, 02:07 PM

I don't know what this sounds like. But, I hope you get well soon.

DigitalAngel126 · #12 06-25-2006, 05:39 PM

Thanks for the well-wishes, all..

In answer to the hypoglycemic questions... I know anyone's sugar can drop, and I'm not ruling it out. It just seems unlikely, I guess, because I know what I'd eaten, and when, and I also know how I personally feel when my sugar gets low. This felt nothing like that.

PhoenixAzul - I can't recall feeling dizzy or lethargic, or anything of that nature. Then again, I can't really recall anything short of being picked up off the floor and people shouting at me. So, not sure.

Phyllis - No, nothing out of the ordinary happened last night. Short of that incident, everything was very run of the mill.

I don't know, but I think I may have hit my head at some point - I still have a killer headache!

Lady Pi Phi · #13 06-25-2006, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by PhoenixAzul

Hrm, as a diabetic, what you describe sounds very similar to a hypoglycemic episode, which can also mean siezures if severe enough. Note: You don't have to be hypoglycemic for your blood sugar to dip to a dangerous level. If you'd been running around all day w/o a lot to eat, it can still happen. You probably don't remember, but were you feeling confused/tired/lethargic or having any really bizzare thoughts right before this happened? That's my big tip off, I usually just sort of start having these incredibly irrational thoughts, start to have a cold sweat, heart will thump, and then it's lights out. Not fun.

I'd definitely put a call into your GP, he'll probably want to draw blood and do a fasting test of some sort.

Hope you figure it out.

I am also a diabetic and I concur. Your symptoms sounds like you were having a low blood sugar.

It would really be in your best interest to see a doctor, because while it does sound like hypoglycemia, something easily treated, it could be something else and the best way to find out is to see a doctor.

JenMarie · #14 06-25-2006, 06:54 PM

3rd diabetic checking in...

It does sound like a hypo episode... but could it have been dehydration instead? I only ask because I was at a club with some friends and one of my friends just passed out cold. Everything was peachy until she just hit the floor. And she was stone cold sober. She likened it to being dehydrated (the club was HOT) and just being tired. She was fine later that evening after we all went home.

Well, whatever it is... get all the endocrine stuff checked out of course. Just get better okay?

Peaches-n-Cream · #15 06-25-2006, 08:27 PM

I have no idea what you have, but call your doctor ASAP. Tell your doctor about the seizures which will probably get you an appointment immediately. I have fainted/passed out due to low blood sugar, but your seizures concern me. Get well soon.