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Alcohol Induced Hypoglycemia in Patient with Suspected Chronic Liver Dysfunction-A Case in Remote Area

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Alcohol has profound effects on glucose metabolism. Alcohol-induced hypoglycemia is rare in healthy individuals with good glycogen reserve, but may be life-threatening in individuals with silent chronic liver dysfunction, due to liver inability to manage glucose uptake. A 39-year-old male was admitted to the emergency room with sudden convulsion after taking local alcoholic beverages. A very low blood glucose level and significantly elevated liver enzyme levels were detected. The patient was stable after 3 days of intensive care without repeated phase of hypoglycemia.

Source: Cermin Dunia Kedokteran

DOI: 10.55175/cdk.v52i2.1084

Authors: Berlan Chandra, Widhyanto P. Adhy, Jeffren Bulan

Language: English

Topic: Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4407287745

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