Oral hypoglycemia

What does "Oral hypoglycemia" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Oral hypoglycemia refers to a low blood sugar condition that can occur as a side effect of taking certain medications by mouth for diabetes. These medications are designed to lower blood sugar levels in people with high blood sugar, or diabetes. However, they can sometimes lower blood sugar too much, leading to hypoglycemia. Symptoms can include feeling shaky, sweaty, hungry, and confused.

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