1. Hypoglycemia
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SSN: Ali Ahmed
On 25 – 09 – 2012

3. ? What is it
A person with systematically low levels of
blood glucose (sugar) has hypoglycemia.
Glucose is the body's main energy source.
Hypoglycemia is not a disease in itself- it is
the result of an underlying issue or
combination of them.

4. Mild Symptoms
.Trembling/shakiness
Sweating
Anxiety
Irritability
Pallor.
Heart palpitations.
Headache.

5. Severe Symptoms
When the hypoglycemia is more severe the
following signs or symptoms are possible:
Concentration problems
Confusion
Irrational and disorderly behavior (similar to
somebody who is drunk)
Seizures (uncommon)
Loss of consciousness (uncommon)

6. Causes of Hypoglycemia
It most commonly happens when a person with
diabetes has taken too much insulin.
Exercise without proper food intake.
Skipping meals
Lack of glucagon (hormone that is secreted from the
pancreas that raises blood glucose levels)
Excessive alcohol consumption: drinking heavily can
block liver from releasing stored glucose
Tumor of pancreas known as an Insulinoma

7. Glucagon
Alchohol
Insulin

8. Management
Check blood sugar often, if below 70mg/dl
(milligrams per deciliter) stabilize it by eating.
Full conscious patient: 1- oral glucose , sucrose or any
sugar containing fluid.
Patient mental function:
1- IV 50% dextrose 25 – 50 ml or as much as possible
until patient mental state recover.
2- If hypoglycemia is caused by long acting insulin
continue 10% dextrose drip for 24 hr. – 48 hr.
3- Glucagon 1 mg IM , SC can be given to treat severe
hypoglycemia if IV accesses difficult.

9. Prevention
Checking blood glucose levels - keep a regular
check on blood sugar levels and identify the
onset of symptoms.
Eat regularly - keep to your eating routine.
Exercise - make sure you have eaten some
carbohydrate-rich food before you do any
exercise.

10. .Preventions cont
Be ready - children with diabetes type 1 should
always carry a container of sugary fruit juice or a
candy bar so that they are ready if symptoms are felt.
Let people know - if you are susceptible to attacks of
hypoglycemia, let your friends, colleagues and family
members know. Explain what the signs are and what
should be done.

11. Concolution :
1- Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by
abnormally low level of blood sugar.
2- More serious to be treated fast.
3- Continues monitoring of the hypoglycemia
patient.
4- Diabetic patient should informed to take food
in the time.
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12. REFERANCE
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13. REFERANCE CON
Davey, D. P. (16, February 20). Hypoglycemia (low blood
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