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Is diazoxide effective for post bariatric hypoglycemia?
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It can be.: Severe hypoglycemia after bariatric surgery can be a severe complication. Diazoxide was first used in this setting in 2009, and there have been case reports of using it successfully since then. It is important to follow up with your bariatric surgeon closely to monitor any complications or side effects of the surgery and to decide on the appropriate treatment for those. Diazoxide may be one of those potential treatments in this setting.
Answered 2/7/2014
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