Editing Hypoglycemia (section)

=== Treatment by family, friends, or co-workers ===
Family, friends, and co-workers of those with hypoglycemia are often first to identify hypoglycemic episodes, and may offer help.<ref name="Jameson_2018" /> Upon recognizing the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia in a diabetic, a blood sugar level should first be measured using a [[glucose meter]].<ref name="NIH2008" /> If blood glucose is below 70&nbsp;mg/dL (3.9&nbsp;mmol/L), treatment will depend on whether the person is conscious and can swallow safely.<ref name="Jameson_2018" /><ref name="Cry2009" /> If the person is conscious and able to swallow, the family, friend, or co-worker can help the hypoglycemic consume 10–20 grams of a [[carbohydrate]] to raise blood glucose levels to a minimum of 70&nbsp;mg/dL (3.9&nbsp;mmol/L).<ref name="Cry2009" /> Improvement in blood sugar level and symptoms is expected to occur in 15–20 minutes, at which point blood sugar is measured again.<ref name="Jameson_2018" /><ref name="Cry2009" /> If the repeat blood sugar level is not above 70&nbsp;mg/dL (3.9&nbsp;mmol/L), the hypoglycemic should consume another 10–20 grams of a carbohydrate and with remeasurement of blood sugar levels after 15–20 minutes.<ref name="Jameson_2018" /><ref name="Cry2009" /> Repeat until blood glucose levels have returned to normal levels, or call emergency services for further assistance.<ref name="Cry2009" />

If the person is unconscious, a [[Glucagon (medication)|glucagon]] kit may be used to treat severe hypoglycemia, which delivers glucagon either by injection into a muscle or through nasal inhalation.<ref name="Cry2009" /><ref name="Jameson_2018" /><ref name=":10" /> In the United States, glucacon kits are available by prescription for diabetic patients to carry in case of an episode of severe hypoglycemia.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Severe Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) Treatment {{!}} Lilly GLUCAGON |url=https://www.lillyglucagon.com/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220124005627/https://www.lillyglucagon.com/ |archive-date=24 January 2022 |access-date=24 January 2022 |website=www.lillyglucagon.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Glucacon Emergency Kit |url=https://glucagonemergencykit.com/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220124033904/https://glucagonemergencykit.com/ |archive-date=24 January 2022 |access-date=24 January 2022 |website=Glucagon Emergency Kit |language=en-US}}</ref> Emergency services should be called for further assistance.<ref name="Cry2009" />