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Minnesota Hypoglycemia Mismanagement Lawyer

Hypoglycemia is a very common medical condition, but that does not mean it is not serious. Hypoglycemia occurs when a person’s blood glucose levels drop below the level considered normal. The brain cannot function properly when glucose levels fall dangerously low. As such, the brain will start to shut down certain functions in the body it deems unnecessary. When this happens in an expectant woman or an infant, the consequences can be devastating. Infants may suffer from loss of cognitive function, speech issues, anxiety attacks, and other problems.

The symptoms of hypoglycemia are subtle and so, the condition is not always easy to diagnose. Still, doctors must know the symptoms and warning signs to look for so neither a mother or her child suffers serious consequences. Hypoglycemia that goes undiagnosed is often medical malpractice, and doctors can be held liable for it. A Minnesota hypoglycemia mismanagement lawyer can help you claim the full settlement you are entitled to.

What Causes Hypoglycemia in Newborns?

Hypoglycemia is the most common metabolic disorder in infants. It also has many different causes. Hypoglycemia is often a result of diabetes in the mother that was not properly managed or controlled. Sometimes, this is the fault of negligent medical personnel, but that is not always the case. Improper maternal nutrition can also contribute to a hypoglycemic condition. It is also sometimes a result of mothers and infants who have incompatible blood types.

Symptoms of Hypoglycemia in Expectant Mothers

Hypoglycemia is a very common condition in pregnancy. The most common symptoms include:

  • Shaking
  • Hot flashes
  • Sweating
  • Intense hunger
  • Anxiety attacks
  • Dizziness
  • Headaches
  • Confusion
  • Vision problems
  • Sudden irritability

A woman may experience the above symptoms during pregnancy, but hypoglycemia is typically diagnosed during labor and birth.

What Happens when Hypoglycemia is Not Managed Properly?

Normal blood sugar levels can range anywhere between 60 and 100 mg/dl. When an expectant woman’s or infant’s level drops below this range, the body is deprived of the energy source it needs. Hypoglycemia is sometimes mismanaged because doctors do not take a woman’s symptoms seriously. Many of the symptoms of hypoglycemia are also very common symptoms throughout a pregnancy and so, medical personnel may shrug off the complaints as being normal.

Doctors must investigate any complaint a pregnant woman may have. They must also know how to properly interpret the results of blood work, as this is often the clearest indication that a woman is suffering from hypoglycemia. Healthcare professionals must also be able to identify when an infant’s blood sugar levels are low, and respond appropriately to them.

When doctors do not properly diagnose and treat hypoglycemia, the results can be catastrophic. Mismanaged hypoglycemia can cause a miscarriage, stillbirth, preterm birth, and fetal macrosomia, or a large birth weight.

Our Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Minnesota Can Help After Hypoglycemia Mismanagement

If you suffered from hypoglycemia during pregnancy and it was not properly managed, our Minnesota medical malpractice lawyers can help make things right for your family. At Wais, Vogelstein, Forman, Koch & Norman, LLC, our seasoned attorneys are dedicated to holding medical professionals accountable for their negligence and we will put our experience to work for you. Call us today or contact us online to learn more about how we can help.

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