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An insulinoma is a benign tumor in the pancreas which is an organ in the abdomen that can make insulin to regulate blood sugar level. A patient of insulinoma can produce too much insulin. Patients may show a series of symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as anxiety, behavior changes, confusion, dizziness, headache and hunger. Treatments invlove surgery and medication. | |||
==How do I know if I have insulinoma and what are the symptoms of insulinoma?== | ==How do I know if I have insulinoma and what are the symptoms of insulinoma?== |
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What is insulinoma?
An insulinoma is a benign tumor in the pancreas which is an organ in the abdomen that can make insulin to regulate blood sugar level. A patient of insulinoma can produce too much insulin. Patients may show a series of symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as anxiety, behavior changes, confusion, dizziness, headache and hunger. Treatments invlove surgery and medication.
How do I know if I have insulinoma and what are the symptoms of insulinoma?
Who is at risk for insulinoma?
How to know you have insulinoma?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Diseases with similar symptoms
Where to find medical care for insulinoma?
Directions to Hospitals Treating insulinoma