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Hypoglycemia may affect newborn's brain cell function, says Hopkins researcher

A study by Hopkins researcher Jane McGowan found that hypoglycemia altered the ability of certain neurotransmitter receptors to bind glutamate, a key molecule for normal brain function. The research suggests that hypoglycemia may impact the brain's ability to develop normally, particularly in regards to learning and memory.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalBrain Research·DateFeb 14, 2002

Diabetes therapy may impair memory function in children

Researchers found slight memory impairment in children on intensive diabetes therapy, with a three-fold higher rate of severe hypoglycemic incidents compared to conventional therapy. The study suggests potential long-term cognitive consequences related to repeated hypoglycemic episodes.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalDiabetes Care·DateOct 4, 1999