Topic:	diabetes (dm)
Title:	Hypoglycaemia in Children With Diabetes.
Author:	Matyka, K.A.
Source:	IN: Frier, B. and Fisher, M., eds. Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes. 2nd ed. Somerset, NJ: John Wiley & Sons. 2007. pp 190-216.
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Abstract:	This chapter on hypoglycemia in children with diabetes is from a textbook that provides in-depth information for the understanding and management of hypoglycemia in clinical diabetes care. The author stresses that children are very susceptible to repeated and severe episodes of hypoglycemia, with long-term consequences. This chapter examines the etiology, physiology, consequences, and management of episodes of hypoglycemia during childhood. Specific topics include a definition of hypoglycemia in childhood diabetes; nocturnal hypoglycemia; risk factors for hypoglycemia; glycemic control; the varying insulin requirements at different ages; intensive insulin regimens; diet and nutrition; physical activity and exercise; genetics; counterregulation in childhood, glucagon; epinephrine response; the effect of sleep stage on counterregulation; and the consequences of hypoglycemia, including cognitive impairment, hypoglycemic hemiplegia, and fear of hypoglycemia. A final section of the chapter focuses on the management of hypoglycemia, including prevention, patient education, insulin use, diet therapy, and exercise. 3 figures. 3 tables. 109 references.
Format:	Book Chapter
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Diabetes Mellitus. Hypoglycemia. Intensive Diabetes Management. Patient Care Management. Self Care. Blood Glucose. Children. Symptoms.
Minor Keywords:	Neurophysiology. Diet Therapy. Exercise. Type 1 Diabetes. Central Nervous System. Cognitive Function. Risk Factors. Insulin. Drug Effects. Child Development. Age Factors. Patient Education.
Publication Number:	DMBK13163
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