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GlossaryHypoglycemia

condition where blood sugar levels drop below normal

Hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar, occurs when the glucose levels in the blood drop below the normal range, typically less than 70 mg/dL. This condition can cause symptoms such as shakiness, sweating, confusion, and in severe cases, loss of consciousness. It is often associated with diabetes treatment but can also result from other medical conditions, excessive alcohol consumption, or prolonged fasting.

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research Nurses' Drug Alert: Findings and Updates from April 1987

1 citations, April 1987 in “American Journal of Nursing”

Some drugs can cause serious side effects, like hypoglycemia from mix-ups, skin reactions, or depression, and while penicillamine may help rheumatoid arthritis more than auranofin, it has more severe side effects.

research The Emerging Structural Pharmacology of ATP-Sensitive Potassium Channels

5 citations, September 2022 in “Molecular pharmacology”

KATP channels are important for energy balance and are targeted by drugs for diabetes, hypoglycemia, hypertension, and hair loss.

research A Phase I Study of Topical Tempol for the Prevention of Alopecia Induced by Whole Brain Radiotherapy

131 citations, October 2004 in “Clinical Cancer Research”

Tempol is safe and may prevent hair loss from brain radiotherapy.

research The Management of Very Low-Calorie Ketogenic Diet in Obesity Outpatient Clinic: A Practical Guide

97 citations, October 2019 in “Journal of Translational Medicine”

A very low-calorie ketogenic diet is effective for quick weight loss and improving health in obese patients, with careful management of side effects and maintenance.

research Propranolol in the Treatment of Infantile Hemangioma: Clinical Effectiveness, Risks, and Recommendations

16 citations, December 2011 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

Propranolol is effective and safe for treating infantile hemangioma, but more research is needed for dosing and monitoring guidelines.

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