Talk:Hyperinsulinism

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[edit] old version

I removed the following because of multiple errors.

Hyperinsulinism is a condition in which the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, the hormone that functions to control blood sugar levels. (this basic definition is simply wrong) Insulin transports nutrients (mainly glucose) across cell membranes.

Insulin resistance With insulin resistance, less glucose is absorbed from the blood, resulting in higher insulin secretion. (this is not a confirmed mechanism but rather a popular "as if" explanation) Insulinoma Hypoglycemia due to hyperinsulinism can be a feature of insulinoma, a (usually benign) tumor that secretes insulin. (and many other things)

alteripse 02:19, 5 October 2005 (UTC)