Topics: Endocrine Disorders : Pancreas
A large, elongated gland located behind the lower portion of the stomach that secretes the hormones insulin and glucagon into the blood. These hormones are essential in regulating blood sugar levels. The pancreas also secretes enzymes into the small intestine that help with digestion and neutralize acid from the stomach.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition in which the body either cannot produce insulin or cannot effectively use the insulin it produces.
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Hypoglycemia
A medical emergency in which a patient's blood glucose level drops to abnormally low levels; it is accompanied by shaking, palpitations, seizure, and coma.
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Insulin Resistance
Insulin resistance is a pre-diabetic condition wherein the cells of the body become less able to respond to insulin and process sugars.
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