Though diabetic seizures are of rare occurrence; however, when they do occur it can be life threatening. Therefore, it is important to be well-informed and well-prepared.  Seizures are caused by a burst of simultaneous but contradictory signals from brain cells. They can cause head trauma, fever, and illness.

Diabetic seizures can be caused by both high and low blood sugar levels. Seizures that are a result of blood sugar is are referred to as ‘insulin shock’. This is a condition in which there is too much insulin in the body. It can also result in coma or even death. A person who is having a diabetic seizure due to low blood sugar may appear drunk. It is not recommended to feed or give a drink to people in a diabetic shock, as they could choke. It is sometimes recommended to rub syrup or honey on their gums. The most important …