Patterns, pearls and practical medicine

Hypoglycaemia

Hypoglycaemia

  • Check blood glucose early in any unwell or altered patient.
  • Treat promptly with glucose and repeat measurements.
  • Always look for the reason: insulin, sulfonylureas, sepsis, liver disease, alcohol, adrenal insufficiency, or reduced oral intake.
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