Is reactive hypoglycemia associated with any other health conditions?

    Last Updated: March 11, 2024

    Even for individuals without clinical diabetes, RH may be a potential predictor of diabetes or impaired glucose metabolism. Therefore, it may be prudent for clinicians following people with RH to consider early monitoring or preventative approaches for diabetes. [1][2]

    RH is also seen in a significant number of people with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), as is insulin resistance (a hallmark of diabetes), suggesting a potential association among these conditions.[3][4]

    Finally, in one study, individuals with RH had gut microbiota enriched with proinflammatory bacteria compared to healthy controls. This finding, while not conclusive, at least supports the hypothesis that a relationship exists between RH and proinflammatory conditions.[5][6]

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    3. ^Karakas SEReactive Hypoglycemia: A Trigger for Nutrient-Induced Endocrine and Metabolic Responses in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.J Clin Med.(2023-Nov-23)
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