Medications Given For Hypoglycemia Treatment For Diabetics
Health Encyclopedia: Drug Induced Hypoglycemia
The patient will be given glucose. The doctor will review the person's diabetes treatment plan to help prevent future problems.
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Expectations (prognosis)
The outlook is good if the hypoglycemia is promptly detected and treated. However, long-term and repeated episodes of hypoglycemia may damage the brain and nerves.
Complications
Complications of severe or prolonged hypoglycemia include neurologic damage, convulsions, and coma.
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Expert & Community Posts
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