Diet, medication, and endoscopy for low blood sugar after weight-loss surgery
This study compares different ways to manage episodes of low blood sugar that can happen after meals in people who have had weight-loss or other stomach surgery. It looks at whether changes in diet, certain medications, or a procedure done with a scope can help prevent these episodes.
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Who can take part
- You had weight-loss or other stomach surgery at least 1 year ago
- You have symptoms of low blood sugar (like shakiness, sweating, confusion) that get better after eating or drinking something sweet
- You have had a blood sugar reading below 54 mg/dL during one of these episodes
- Your weight has been stable for the last 4 weeks
- You are not taking diabetes medication and do not have diabetes
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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