Dementia and Diabetes-Related Hypoglycemia Linked, Could Trigger Dangerous Cycle

A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that episodes of hypoglycemia associated with diabetes may increase an individual’s risk of developing dementia. At the same time, having dementia and other forms of cognitive impairment may increase a person’s risk of experiencing episodes of low blood sugar.

“Older patients with diabetes may be especially vulnerable to a vicious cycle in which poor diabetes management may lead to cognitive decline and then to even worse diabetes management,” a researcher said. Click here to read the full article.