Diabetes Shock Symptoms
A person in shock has extremely low blood pressure. Depending on the specific cause and type of shock, symptoms will include one or more of the following:
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Anxiety or agitation/restlessness Bluish lips and fingernails Chest pain Confusion -
Dizziness , lightheadedness, orfaintness - Pale, cool, clammy skin
Low or no urine output -
Profuse sweating , moist skin - Rapid but weak pulse
Shallow breathing Unconsciousness
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