There can be a variety of causes for low glucose levels. One is when insulin (which is a hormone) increases and absorbs glucose from the blood.<\/p>\n
Another potential cause is when the newborn is having difficulties feeding. Glucose is produced in the liver, but babies also get it through formula or breast milk. It could also be the newborn is using more glucose than is available or just not producing enough.<\/p>\n
Birth asphyxia may also be associated with hypoglycemia. Asphyxia occurs if the newborn\u2019s oxygen supply has been deprived. (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Newborn hypoglycemia is a condition in which a newborn has low glucose levels. This can be dangerous to the newborn\u2019s health, as the brain depends on glucose. If a doctor fails to address this condition and it leads to injury,…<\/span><\/p>\n