Hypoglycemia? or what?

so. i know i have hypoglycemia. but within the last year it has gotten worse. before, i never found myslelf getting light-headed in heat ( i almost passed out after being in a hot tub for 5 minutes or less) or feeling faint enough to pass out. my diet isnt different than it was before or any of my activities. so whats up? could it have escalated to anemia? can it even do that? or do i just have a more servere case than i thought? any sites that have detailed info and tips for people with this disorder? Im just feeling a little clueless.

I take it that you have been diagnosed by a doctor with hypoglycemia. People usually become symptomatic if they don't eat regularly, as this is when blood sugar levels drop.
If you are getting symptoms at other times, such as when you are in hot tubs, then it maybe something different. You may have hypotension (low blood pressure), or you may be anaemic. Go back to your doctor to have your blood pressure checked, and for a blood test to rule out anaemia.
Check out diabetic websites, as traditionally hypoglycemia is associated with diabetes.
Good luck!

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