A patient of hypoglycemia fails to regain consciousness after blood glucose is restored to normal. The complication to be suspected is?
Correct Answer: Cerebral edema
Description: Prolonged hypoglycemia can damage the blood brain barrier and lead to cerebral edema. This also explains hemiplegia sometimes seen in hypoglycemic patients. Post ictal state is seen after hypoglycemic seizures.
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