Pi1otguy
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I've been googling for a bit, but can't seem to find a definitive answer.
1. Does anyone here know if hypoglycemic events can lead to memory loss, decrease cognitive function, or some other neurological condition?
2. Are the effects temporary or can be long term?
I've got a cousin who's had issues managing his diabetes among other health issues (which I believe are all related to poor diabetes management). For over a decade he's been more or less hyperglycemic to the point of several hospitalizations. Over the past year or 2 he's gone the other way and had dozens of hypoglycemic events. A handful were on the verge of diabetic coma & beyond my abilities to help requiring a trip to the ER.
He seems to have no memory of the events and seems to be slightly forgetful and mentally slower for the following few days. An example is that you will talk to him and he will take longer to respond and he forgets several things you said earlier. I know it's subtle & subjective but I keep thinking these are the moments I'll look back on with 20/20 hindsight when something big happens (once again) and say "if only I knew this time would be the tipping point".
1. Does anyone here know if hypoglycemic events can lead to memory loss, decrease cognitive function, or some other neurological condition?
2. Are the effects temporary or can be long term?
I've got a cousin who's had issues managing his diabetes among other health issues (which I believe are all related to poor diabetes management). For over a decade he's been more or less hyperglycemic to the point of several hospitalizations. Over the past year or 2 he's gone the other way and had dozens of hypoglycemic events. A handful were on the verge of diabetic coma & beyond my abilities to help requiring a trip to the ER.
He seems to have no memory of the events and seems to be slightly forgetful and mentally slower for the following few days. An example is that you will talk to him and he will take longer to respond and he forgets several things you said earlier. I know it's subtle & subjective but I keep thinking these are the moments I'll look back on with 20/20 hindsight when something big happens (once again) and say "if only I knew this time would be the tipping point".