In this article, we will discuss various Causes of Iatrogenic Hypoglycemia in Diabetics. So, let’s get started.
Causes
Missed or delayed meals
Excess of insulin
Change in drug therapy or insulin
Error in doses and its timing
Sudden reduction in diet or more fasts
Unaccustomed exercise
Alcohol use
Alimentary causes, e.g. diarrhea, malabsorption, diabetic gastroparesis
Renal failure
Poorly planned treatment regimen
Endocrinal causes, e.g. Addison’s disease, hypothyroidism
Patient’s careless approach