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Clinical Approach to Hypoglycemia
Presented from India by Dr. Pratiksha Patil0
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Case Description
Hypoglycemia is commonly defined as a plasma glucose concentration of less than 70 mg/dL; however, signs and symptoms may not appear until plasma glucose concentrations fall below 55 mg/dL. Since 1938, hypoglycemia has been described using the symptoms of Whipple's triad. To perform Whipple's...
Case Summary
- Hypoglycemia is defined as a clinical syndrome with diverse causes where low plasma glucose concentration leads to symptoms, signs, and resolution after correction. According to the ADA, it's defined as blood sugar levels less than 70 mg/dL. Whipple's triad is a common diagnostic tool, consisting of signs and symptoms consistent with hypoglycemia, associated low glucose recordings, and immediate symptom relief with glucose supplementation.
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Dr. Pratiksha Patil
Consultant Diabetologist, Pratham Specialty Clinic, MumbaiDr. Pratiksha Patil, Consultant Diabetologist, Pratham Specialty Clinic, Mumbai
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