Tag: hyperglycemia
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Hyperglycemia in Chemotherapy

Hyperglycemia (an abnormal increase in blood sugar) is a common and significant side effect during chemotherapy and broader oncological treatment. It can occur in patients who already had diabetes mellitus, as well as in individuals with no prior history (secondary diabetes or diabetes induced by oncological treatment). Primary causes include the use of medications such…
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Glucerna and its contribution to Diabetes

Glucerna is a dietary supplement that contains proteins and slow-release digestible carbohydrates as well as a special fat composition and has been developed specifically for people who are at risk of malnutrition, diabetes or for any reason have hyperglycemia, malnutrition or malabsorption syndromes. When a person has diabetes, their body does not produce enough insulin…
