Treatment Corrects Severe Insulin Imbalance In Animal Studies Aug 4, 2008
(July 6, 2008) A number of congenital disorders characterized by low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) as a result of excessive secretion of the hormone insulin are collectively known as congenital. (June 26, 2000) A diagnostic test performed in newborns allows physicians to identify a rare, severe imbalance of insulin levels a disease that can be cured with organ-sparing surgery. (Science Daily)
Back-to-School Breakfasts Jul 30, 2008
With the new school year just around the corner, Walker also noted that hungry students have low blood sugar levels and don't think as clearly as those who are satiated. They also make more trips to the school nurse complaining of headaches. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Local heroes pull man from burning truck Jul 28, 2008
The man was suffering from low blood sugar. Inside KHOU.com. (KHOU.com, TX)
Inside Fitness: Concentrate on one goal to achieve success Jul 17, 2008
Low blood sugar levels or swings, as a result of resisting food and drink or eating the wrong types, are tied to low willpower. If you can plan your pre- and post-exercise snacks and meals so the drive-through doesn't pull you in on the way home after a tough one, you'll be one step closer to success. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Is My Cat Sick? Jul 16, 2008
Dehydration and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can set in in less than 24 hours, so it s vital to seek help as soon as a pet stops eating or drinking; the situation could turn deadly in just a matter of hours. Taking a cat s temperature normally between 100. (Suite101.com)
Gadget makes diabetes more manageable Jul 15, 2008
The symptoms of low blood sugar include. -Shakiness. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
HEALTH BLOG: Easy to digest nutrition news briefs Jul 8, 2008
Fitness and nutrition - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Kids and cholesterol. (USA Today -- Money)
Hostages 'turned on each other,' survivor says Jul 7, 2008
Perez, a diabetic, began having problems with low blood sugar, he said, and they turned themselves in on the sixth day. "When we handed ourselves in, then there was absolute repression by the guerillas," he said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Endocrinology: Understanding The Genetics Of Congenital Hyperinsulinism Jul 7, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 6, 2008) A number of congenital disorders characterized by low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia) as a result of excessive secretion of the hormone insulin are collectively known as congenital hyperinsulinism. See also. (Science Daily)
Oral xylitol syrup helps prevent early childhood caries Jul 7, 2008
The free online cyclopedia also cited a study saying that dogs ingesting foods containing high doses of xylitol experienced low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), which can be life-threatening. For more information on xylitol, read. (Food Consumer)
New Spanish Consumer Guide Compares Diabetes Meds Jul 4, 2008
It also warns patients of potential medication-related problems such as hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), provides simple cost comparisons between each generic and brand-name diabetes medications, and lists appropriate dosages for medications being taken in combination. The Spanish guide is based on the recent AHRQ-funded report, Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Oral Diabetes Medications for Adults With Type 2 Diabetes, which is based on scientific evidence found in 216 published studies. (MEDLINEplus)
Rare surgery on diabetic in Delhi Jun 29, 2008
"Still her sugar level barely touched 40 mg/dl. It was surprising, as she was diabetic and still she had such low blood sugar level. The doctor had asked her to discontinue her diabetes medicines. But the problem persisted. We continued to give her sweets, glucose and whatever we could to get the blood sugar level up," said Suraksha Mehra, her niece. It was then in April that the doctors zeroed in on the tumour after an ultrasound. (India Times, India)
Helping a Dog Who Won't Eat Jun 25, 2008
A dog who is not eating must also receive supplements to prevent hypoglycemia also known as low blood sugar, which can cause dizziness, , weakness and. In fact, many of the symptoms associated with illness are the result of hypoglycemia, and often, providing supplementation can help the pet feel better, to the point where he may resume eating. (Suite101.com)
Bob Hawkinson Author battles diabetes with a smile Jun 24, 2008
The first clue, the Fleming Island resident said, was when he went into a coma caused by low blood sugar. It was the first of "four or five times I've almost died.". (Florida Times-Union)
Baby Love born to quake victim Jun 19, 2008
Because Zhang spent 50 hours trapped in the partially collapsed building, doctors said her unborn child initially suffered some dehydration and low blood sugar. By the time of her birth Wednesday, however, she had improved and doctors said she was healthy. (Montana Standard, MT)
Why Isn't My Dog Eating? Jun 16, 2008
Lethargy is also a common early sign of illness, as failure to eat leads to hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar, which can result in lethargy, weakness and trembling. One of the simplest ways to combat lethargy is to boost blood sugar with honey or maple syrup, given every four to six hours. (Suite101.com)
Some patients may not need insulin for long-term control of type 2 diabetes Jun 16, 2008
Some patients prefer pills over insulin injections because they are easier to use or because the patient fears needles or getting low blood sugar, as is possible with insulin treatment, he said. Swislocki and his coworkers studied the VA medical records of 191 veterans (188 men and 3 women) with type 2 diabetes who received treatment beginning in 1992 and received follow-up for 15 consecutive years. (EurekAlert!)
Chewing Gum Could Be Dangerous for Pets Jun 13, 2008
"Every day, you call, and they say he's going to stay another day, and that's another day of worrying." "It can cause anything from low blood sugar to liver failure depending on how much they get into," said Dr. Simon Kirk, of Monroe Veterinary Associates. Dr. Kirk is referring to Xylitol, which is a bit of a mystery when it comes to dogs - some won't react at all; for others, just a stick or two of gum can be deadly. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Diabetics be aware of hypoglycemia risk Jun 10, 2008
Low blood sugar or hypoglycemia is risky and diabetics should prevent it from occurring. The condition occurs when your blood glucose (blood sugar) level drops too low to provide enough energy for your body's activities. (Food Consumer)
Study: Hypoglycemia raises diabetics' heart risk Jun 10, 2008
By Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY SAN FRANCISCO A recent event of hypoglycemia, or extremely low blood sugar, in type 2 diabetics was a major predictor of heart attack, stroke and death, a just-finished study by the Department of Veterans Affairs found ... The VA patients who suffered bouts of hypoglycemia had such low blood sugar levels that they either became mentally impaired or lost consciousness ... The VA's Duckworth adds that avoiding severely low blood sugar and early, aggressive treatment... (USA Today)
Discovery Of New Signal Pathway Important To Diabetes Research Jun 10, 2008
"A person with low blood sugar levels feels poorly and faint; a person with excessively high blood sugar levels gets diabetes," says Per-Olof Berggren, professor of experimental endocrinology at Karolinska Institutet and the leader of this study. Much more is known about insulin secretion than glucagon secretion, and so Professor Berggren's team focused on the latter. (Science Daily)
Schools learn to handle diabetes Jun 9, 2008
Two months after Kayle s scare, Mr. King, the principal of Lakeland Elementary, is well versed in low blood sugar, called hypoglycemia. And starting in the fall, he will be among a handful of faculty trained in diabetes care, from reading meters to giving glucagon shots. (Scranton Times, PA)
Study links hypoglycemia, heart risk Jun 9, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO - A recent event of hypoglycemia, or extremely low blood sugar, in type 2 diabetics was a major predictor of heart attack, stroke and death, found a just-finished study by the VA, presented Sunday at the American Diabetes Association conference here ... The VA's Duckworth adds that avoiding severely low blood sugar and early, aggressive treatment are key in avoiding complications. (AZCentral -- News)
• Diabetes picture clears up a bit Jun 9, 2008
By Thomas H. Maugh II, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer June 9, 2008 Lowering blood sugar levels to near normal through intensive treatment may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and heart attacks for Type 2 diabetics, but only if treatment is begun relatively soon after diagnosis and if severe episodes of low blood sugar can be avoided, VA researchers reported Sunday. The findings from the Veterans Affairs Diabetes Trial may help to resolve concerns raised by two widely reported studies:... (Q13.com, WA)
Monotherapy BYETTA(R) (exenatide) Injection Study Results Presented at ADA 2008 Showed Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Experienced Improved Glycemic Control and Weight Loss Jun 8, 2008
When BYETTA is used with a medicine that contains a sulfonylurea, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is a possible side effect. To reduce this possibility, the dose of sulfonylurea medicine may need to be reduced while using BYETTA. Other common side effects with BYETTA include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, feeling jittery, and acid stomach. (PR Newswire)
Phase 3 Results for Alogliptin Demonstrated Significant Blood Sugar Reductions in Monotherapy and Four Add-on Therapy Studies Jun 8, 2008
Alogliptin has displayed a weight-neutral profile along with a risk of low blood sugar similar to placebo due to DPP-4 inhibitors' glucose-dependent mechanism of action. Discovered by Takeda San Diego, Inc., alogliptin is being developed by Takeda Global Research opment and is currently in phase 3 clinical studies. (PR Newswire)
2 diabetes blood-sugar studies' mixed outcomes Jun 8, 2008
Researchers in both studies said it may take years for the benefits of achieving very low blood sugar to be manifested. The American study was stopped after only 3 1/2 years, and the Australian study lasted five years. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Largest Ever Study Of Diabetes Shows Intensive Glucose Control Reduces Serious Complications Jun 8, 2008
7, 2008) New results from the world s largest ever study of diabetes treatments show that intensive blood glucose (sugar) control using modified release gliclazide and other drugs as required, protects patients against serious complications of the disease. In particular, intensive treatment reduces the risk of kidney disease by one-fifth. (Science Daily)
Diabetes study finds hope in low blood sugar Jun 8, 2008
Health - Life Home - smh. The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Not So Sweet Jun 8, 2008
Instead, he said, the study says not to push too hard beyond the guidelines, not to use combinations of drugs that result in low blood sugar, and to make sure patients with diabetes at high risk of heart attacks get proven cholesterol drugs like Zocor, Lipitor or Crestor, take daily aspirin and quit smoking--all of which will decrease patients' risk of heart attacks ... What is clear is that while patients in ADVANCE had fewer kidney problems, neither study showed the reduction in heart attacks... (Forbes -- Business)
The Largest Ever Study of Diabetes Shows Intensive Glucose Control Reduces Serious Complications Jun 7, 2008
Chief investigator of the study, Professor Stephen MacMahon, Principal Director of The George Institute, Australia said "We are facing a global epidemic of diabetes. The ADVANCE results go beyond existing evidence as we have now shown that reducing the haemoglobin A1c level (a marker of blood glucose control) to 6.5% is a safe and effective way to reduce serious complications, particularly the risk of kidney disease, one of the most serious and disabling consequences of diabetes, leading to... (PR Newswire)
Novo Nordisk diabetes drug tops Byetta in trial Jun 7, 2008
The overall rate of hypoglycemia, or dangerously low blood sugar, was low in both groups. The rate of minor hypoglycemia was statistically significantly lower in the liraglutide group, Novo said. (Scientific American)
Targeting Blood Sugar To Near-normal Levels Increases Risk Of Death In Persons With Diabetes At High Risk, ACCORD Trial Shows Jun 7, 2008
6, 2008) Intensively targeting blood sugar to near-normal levels in adults with type 2 diabetes at especially high risk for heart attack and stroke does not significantly reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events, such as fatal or nonfatal heart attacks or stroke, but increases risk of death, compared to standard treatment. Researchers from the ACCORD (Action to Control Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetes) clinical trial compared a medical strategy aimed at near-normal blood sugar levels --... (Science Daily)
RISKS: Diabetes experts shocked by initial results Jun 7, 2008
Keeping blood sugar close to normal levels can, in some cases, trigger dangerous attacks of low blood sugar, he says. "You can't write one prescription for everyone," says Faramarz Ismail-Beigi, an investigator in the ACCORD study at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland. (USA Today -- News)
ACCORD clinical trial publishes results Jun 7, 2008
The intensive strategy was associated with more adverse side effects from medications, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) events, weight gain, and fluid retention ... For example, a less stringent A1C goal should be considered for people with severe or frequent low blood sugar or with other medical conditions. (EurekAlert!)
Central Texas Newspaper Editor Released From Jail Jun 4, 2008
He was a diabetic and was suffering from low blood sugar and was disoriented he was supposed to be coming home from somewhere out in West Texas and ended up in San Antonio. this is what could have happen to this lady. (KWTX.com, TX)
Recent developments at Burnham Institute Jun 3, 2008
Mutations in the proteins that build these complex sugar molecules cause mental and motor retardation, seizures, failure to grow, low blood sugar, clotting and digestive disorders. Dr. Freeze has found that, in some cases, giving a CDG patient an oral solution containing the sugar his or her body cannot produce leads to dramatic improvement. (EurekAlert!)
Dogs for diabetics Jun 2, 2008
Too much insulin and not enough food can lead to an episode of low blood sugar. Low blood sugar symptoms range from shakiness, clammy sweatiness, to more severe reactions such as disorientation, seizures and loss of consciousness ... Her eyes dart in the girl's direction constantly, and even when the dog appears to be resting a bit, with half-lidded eyes, her nose constantly sniffs the youngster to detect the onset of low blood sugar. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Betz set for big opportunity Jun 1, 2008
I was suffering from low blood sugar. I had to have some tests done to see if I had diabetes. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Addison's Disease in Pets May 31, 2008
Hypoadrenocorticism Effects and Symptoms. Addison's Disease can dramatically affect a pet's health, but with proper medication, hypoadrenocorticism can be successfully managed. (Suite101.com)
New Vegetarian Food With Several Health Benefits May 31, 2008
In other studies both oat and barley tempe moreover produced low blood sugar responses and insulin responses, which is typical of whole-grain products. The dissertation is titled "Nutritional properties of tempe fermented whole-grain barley and oats -- Influence of processing conditions on the retention and availability of iron, starch and folates" will be publicly defended on June 5 at 10:00 a.m. in Hall KB, kemig. (Science Daily)
Daniel Evans: Bringing Marx on the stage of 'Sunday in the Park' May 30, 2008
"For low blood sugar," he whispered helpfully. Political philosophy, at least the political part of it, has been an interest for some time, said the boyish Evans, who arrived at the seminar in the tweed jacket and cap of a gentleman farmer. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Diabetic QB Cutler says he's back to full strength May 29, 2008
So far, he hasn't had any high or low blood sugar episodes during drills. "I feel fine. I feel like I did last year in camp, so I'm doing fine,'' said the 6-foot-3 quarterback whose weight plummeted from 238 to 203 during the season last year."My blood levels are pretty steady right now. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Got cravings? Ditch thatdiet mentality May 24, 2008
Beware the witching hourThere's a reason you have potato chips on the brain in the late afternoon rather than at 8 a.m. After a long day, you're fatigued and suffering from low blood sugar, explains Bryan Raudenbush, Ph. D., associate professor of psychology at Wheeling Jesuit University in West Virginia meaning you can't muster the emotional energy to overcome your yearning. (MSNBC -- Health)
Summary for Patients May 20, 2008
The study did not report the frequency of mistakes that led to serious problems, such as dangerously low blood sugar. What are the implications of the study. (Annals of Internal Medicine)
* [ HEALTH ] Brain seizures can signal slight physical imbalance or major health risk May 20, 2008
Other causes can include infections such as meningitis, alcohol intoxication or withdrawal, sleep deprivation, and low blood sugar. Kennedys office released no details about the exact nature of the tests he is undergoing, but indicated that there probably would be no new information about his condition for 48 hours. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Islet Cell Transplants Aid Type 1 Diabetics May 20, 2008
Using continuous glucose monitoring systems, researchers from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine found that diabetics who received islet cell transplants had fewer episodes of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and spent more time with normal blood sugar than did people with diabetes who hadn't undergone a transplant. "Islet cell transplantation can be a good option. Patients can regain hypoglycemia unawareness and improve metabolic control," said the study's lead author, Dr. Lisa... (MEDLINEplus)
Drivers in crash near Bay View treated and released May 16, 2008
Police said Adams was driving a Ford Focus station wagon northbound on U.S. 31 near the Banhof when low blood sugar caused him to drive the vehicle across the centerline and strike a southbound 2003 Ford Expedition driven by Verran. Adams vehicle then struck a second southbound vehicle driven by Dianne DeWitt, 52, of Petoskey. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Scott Miller, 40; showed others how to live with rare disease May 15, 2008
Folkman said Scott Miller and his brother were able to prevent symptoms of low blood sugar "by dietary control and by supplemental starch intake.". Both Scott and his brother were admitted to New Hampshire College, and both graduated in 1992. (Boston Globe)
Family searches for missing woman May 9, 2008
Colin Feeney, another of Ferguson's grandsons, says, "If she hadn't eaten, the she's going to be more susceptible to being confused with low blood sugar.". The search has gone on several days, but the family remains cautiously optimistic. (WREG.com, TN)
Pill may treat gestational diabetes May 9, 2008
But the study, led by Janet Rowan of the Auckland City Hospital in New Zealand, found that the risk of complications such as respiratory distress, birth trauma and newborn hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, was no different for the 363 women who received metformin and the 370 given conventional insulin shots. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Health)
Mothers' High Normal Blood Sugar Levels Place Infants At Risk For Birth Problems May 9, 2008
In addition, the higher the mother's blood sugar levels, the more likely the infants were to have high insulin levels and low blood sugar levels at birth. Both conditions indicate exposure to high glucose levels in the womb. (Science Daily)
Metformin an Option for Pregnancy-Related Diabetes May 9, 2008
Theoretically, metformin is a logical treatment for gestational diabetes, as it improves how the body responds to insulin and does not cause weight gain or low blood sugar, Dr. Janet A. Rowan, from Auckland City Hospital in New Zealand, and colleagues note ... According to the researchers, the rate of the composite outcome - that is, low blood sugar, respiratory distress, need for phototherapy, birth trauma, low Apgar score and prematurity -- was nearly the same in each group (32 percent in the... (MEDLINEplus)
High Blood Sugar Tied to Pregnancy Complications May 9, 2008
Babies born to women with higher glucose levels were more likely to have high insulin levels, low blood sugar, and to have a large birth weight, all indications of exposure to high glucose levels. The odds of these complications changed continuously as blood sugar levels rose. (MEDLINEplus)
Pill effective against gestational diabetes May 8, 2008
But the study, led by Janet Rowan of the Auckland City Hospital in New Zealand, found that the risk of complications such as respiratory distress, birth trauma and newborn hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, was no different for the 363 women who received metformin and the 370 given conventional insulin shots. Metformin is available generically but also known by the Bristol-Myers Squibb brand name Glucophage. (Scientific American)
Barron County Dispatch Log--May 7 May 8, 2008
Chetek First Responders and ambulance paged; subject en route to Luther Hospital-Eau Claire at 1:45 p.m. 9:52 p.m., Cameron Sixth Street caller requests an ambulance for an 88-year-old man with low blood sugar level. Ambulance en route to Barron Hospital with subject at 10:20 p.m. -Monday, April 28- 5:21 a.m., Chetek bar has been broken into. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Mom’s diet may help determine if baby is boy or girl May 2, 2008
Skipping meals can result in low blood sugar levels. Jain said he was skeptical when he first heard about the research. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Drink-drive offenders could keep licences Apr 22, 2008
The largest factor in road deaths is lack of attention and the largest factor in that is low blood sugar and lack of rest. So skipping lunch is far more likely to kill you than a speeding drunk driver. (Times Online)
Home testing for diabetes Apr 21, 2008
There was also no difference in the requirement for oral diabetic drugs, or in the number of episodes of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) reported ... If this were the case, there may have been times when they were not aware that they were hypoglycaemic despite having very low blood sugar. (NHS Choices)
Not-so-quietfood riots Apr 12, 2008
The big problem with inflation is that people get low blood sugar when they are hungry, and soon their moods turn sour. I know this for a fact because if breakfast or brunch or lunch or coffee break or dinner or any snack is five minutes late, I involuntarily turn into a screaming monster from hell demanding to know who stole my food and vowing bloody revenge. (Asia Times Online)
Gene Oppositely Controlled By Dietary Protein, Sugar Apr 12, 2008
Given that little to no sugar is coming in, this can lead to hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar. The body therefore needs a second mechanism to release glucose from glycogen. (Science Daily)
HSA issues new alert on two illegal health products Apr 12, 2008
Chan Cheng Leng, Assistant Director, Centre for Drug Administration, HSA, said: "For the "Santi Niu Bian", we have a patient who developed serious symptoms like low blood sugar, confusion. Fortunately, he has recovered.". ADVERTISEMENT. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Cold snap spells tragedy for swallows Apr 10, 2008
"Due to this the birds could not feed properly as it was too wet and too rainy for them to acquire the food. They became hypothermic (low body temperatures) and hypoglycaemic (low blood sugar levels)," said Verdoorn. Farmers and people in the area became alarmed as they thought the birds were being poisoned. (iAfrica.com)
The Dietitian Magician: Ten red hot reasons to not exercise Apr 9, 2008
Even bring along your blood sugar monitor to observe your sugars pre and post exercise if you are nervous about bottoming out with a low blood sugar. Excuse No. 5: The kids need me. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Work, luck and love help him live long with type 1 diabetes Apr 9, 2008
Mr. Lafferty said he's suffered from serious low blood sugar, known as hypoglycemia, "a hundred times," many of them while delivering mail ... With low blood sugar resembling inebriation, police once stopped him on suspicion of public drunkenness ... In later years, he crashed his car into a door, then backed into a tree during an episode of low blood sugar. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
