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Quick Summary:

• Shock due to Increased Insulin Effect, or Insulin Shock, is a condition in which there is a surge in insulin levels, which leads to dangerously low blood sugar levels
• The condition is often caused when a meal is skipped by a diabetic, who is on insulin

Note:

• Seek medical help, as appropriate
• In case of severe and/or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for immediate assistance
• Confirm that the airways are protected; also, ensure breathing and the presence of pulse (as applicable)

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information on Insulin Shock?

American Diabetes Association
1701 North Beauregard St. Alexandria, VA 22311
Phone: (800) 342-2383
Email: AskADA@diabetes.org
Website: http://www.diabetes.org

References and Information Sources used for Insulin Shock:

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000386.htm (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.survival-center.com/firstaid/diabetic.htm (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.cpr-pro.com/fa_medical_conditions.html (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.healthline.com/health/diabetes/insulin-shock (accessed on 10/03/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles for Insulin Shock:

Holger, J. S., Stellpflug, S. J., Cole, J. B., Harris, C. R., & Engebretsen, K. M. (2011). High-dose insulin: a consecutive case series in toxin-induced cardiogenic shock. Clinical toxicology, 49(7), 653-658.

Urban, M. J., Dobrowsky, R. T., & Blagg, B. S. (2012). Heat shock response and insulin-associated neurodegeneration. Trends in pharmacological sciences, 33(3), 129-137.

Chen, X. L., Xia, Z. F., & Wei, H. F. (2011). Escharectomy and allografting during shock stage reduces insulin resistance induced by major burn. Journal of Burn Care & Research, 32(3), e59-e66.

Zoungas, S., Patel, A., Chalmers, J., de Galan, B. E., Li, Q., Billot, L., ... & Grobbee, D. E. (2010). Severe hypoglycemia and risks of vascular events and death. New England Journal of Medicine, 363(15), 1410-1418.

Munshi, M. N., Segal, A. R., Suhl, E., Staum, E., Desrochers, L., Sternthal, A., ... & Weinger, K. (2011). Frequent hypoglycemia among elderly patients with poor glycemic control. Archives of internal medicine, 171(4), 362-364.