Patient's question:
Because of a certain illness, I have been unable to stop taking medication for a long time. Due to the medication, my endocrine system has become problematic. Now, I want to stop taking the medication and regulate my body. How should I treat hypoglycemia?Doctor's answer:
If the elderly have long-term hypoglycemia, in addition to eating more sugary foods and drinks, they need to enhance the intake of foods rich in starch at each meal, such as rice, bread, cakes, and biscuits, to increase bowel movements. It is also not advisable to over-exercise. Even with dietary adjustments, blood sugar levels will never return to normal. It is necessary to go to the local People's Hospital for a thorough examination to determine the cause of long-term hypoglycemia, such as whether it is due to an insulinoma or autoimmune hypoglycemia.