Nocturnal Hypoglycemia Symptoms
What Is It?
Hypoglycemia is an abnormally low level of blood sugar (blood glucose). Because the brain depends on blood sugar as its primary source of energy, hypoglycemia interferes with the brain's ability to function properly. This can cause dizziness, headache, blurred vision, difficulty concentrating and other neurological symptoms. Hypoglycemia also triggers the release of body hormones, such as epinephrine and norepinephrine. Your brain relies on these hormones to raise blood sugar...
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From Our Sources
Hypoglycemia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
PNHSymptomsAbdominal painBack painBlood clots -- may form in some peopleDark urine -- comes and goesEasy bruising or bleedingHeadacheShortness of... Read more »
Hypoglycemia (Non-Diabetic)
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is a rare ailment generally found in those who have diabetes, pancreatic tumors, adrenal or pituitary gland... Read more »
Hypoglycemia (Diabetic) & Hyperglycemia
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Hypoglycemia is defined as a low blood sugar (glucose) level. Hyperglycemia is defined as too high a blood sugar (glucose) level.As you regulate your... Read more »
Drug-induced hypoglycemia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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5 Signs You May Have Hypoglycemia
You Feel Suddenly Weak or Shaky Feeling suddenly weak or shaky is one of the better known signs of low blood sugar, but that doesn't mean it's always easy to notice. Weakness, particularly in the arms or legs, or a feeling of being jittery or...
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