Ketogenic therapy tends to produce a very stable blood glucose profile at the mid / low end of the normal range and patients may not show
symptoms of hypoglycaemia at 2.5 - 3mmol / l.
The additional investment in the diabetes specialist and mental health services to be able to give the additional time that patients need, and into modern technology that can help reduce hyperglycaemia while avoiding hypoglycaemia and
fear of hypoglycaemia, must start now.»
As a result of taking my health into my own hands, I discovered that I had
tendencies of hypoglycaemia and learnt to pay more attention to my carbohydrate intake.
Also related to your dog's Maltese DNA is the
potential of hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) so care should be taken to keep to a set feeding schedule.
If your dog displays any
signs of hypoglycaemia, it is important to seek the treatment of your nearest vet immediately.
Many of these trials have shown as good or better glucose control than existing technologies (with success defined by time spent in a target range of ideal blood glucose concentrations and reduced
risk of hypoglycaemia).
-- Please remember that using this treatment is very effective in lowering high blood sugar levels so if at the same time you are taking medication you must regularly check your blood sugar level and if you see that it goes down slowly and gradually reduce medication as otherwise sugar level may go too low and you will experience
symptoms of hypoglycaemia.
For alcohol, the exact risk is still ill - defined, and no studies have been carried out to correlate the dose, although some research suggests it can harm the infant's motor development, as well as causing changes to their sleep patterns, reduce the amount they eat, and increase the risk
of hypoglycaemia.
Diabetes UK would also welcome further research into achieving good blood glucose control while avoiding the risk
of hypoglycaemia..
During initiation of ketogenic therapy there is a risk
of hypoglycaemia, acidosis, dehydration and high levels of ketones (1).
There is a risk
of hypoglycaemia and low blood sugar developing in Chihuahua puppies.
Lethargy, too much sleep, uncoordinated walking and unfocused eyes, spasmodic neck muscles or head pulling to one side, frequent seizures and fainting spells are all symptoms
of hypoglycaemia.