Abstract

An insulinoma is a rare endocrine tumor of the pancreas that causes hypoglycemia through its inappropriate secretion of insulin. Insulinomas are usually benign tumors. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include both adrenergic and neuroglycopenic symptoms. Whipple’s triad should be confirmed as part of diagnostic work-up, but be aware that over time, hypoglycemia unawareness may develop and potentially confound the clinical picture. Early localization of the disease is essential to prevent fatal hypoglycemia.

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