Hyperinsulinism: It’s Not Transient Neonatal Hypoglycemia
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A 1-month-old male infant presented to the pediatrician’s office because of poor feeding and increased sleepiness.
Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center News and Updates
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CHOP Researchers Work to Advance Understanding of HI/HA
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The HI/HA research team at CHOP continues to pioneer exciting and impactful research to advance understanding of this disorder.
Hyperinsulinism/hyperammonemia Syndrome: Adam’s Story
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Adam’s hyperinsulinism/hyperammonemia wasn’t well controlled until he came from Chicago to CHOP. Now he’s participating in research to help find a better treatment for HA.
The Protein-Carb Balancing Act
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Children with protein-sensitive hyperinsulinism (HI) will have low blood sugars (hypoglycemia) when they eat protein-rich foods, ensuring they’re getting enough carbs to offset the protein falls to parents and caregivers.
HI Center Gains Status as CHOP Frontier Program
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The Congenial Hyperinsulinism Center Hyperinsulinism is poised to help even more children and families after it was selected as a CHOP Frontier Program.
Seizures and HI/HA
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Seizures result from abnormal electrical activity of neurons. There are many types of seizures that generally relate to the locations in the brain in which they occur.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Hosts Weekend of Education for Patients and Clinicians
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The event gathered patients, families and providers who have been affected by or treat congenital hyperinsulinism.
Hawaii News Now Reports on Patient Who Traveled to CHOP for Life-saving Care
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Alfredo Case was born in Oahu, Hawaii, and showed signs of congenital hyperinsulinism. His family traveled to the Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center at CHOP for care.
Diagnosing, Treating Feeding Problems in Hyperinsulinism
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Children with hyperinsulinism are at risk for feeding disorders. But how are parents to distinguish typical hurdles with eating from a true disorder?
CHOP Doctor Awarded the Congenital Hyperinsulinism International “Be My Sugar” Award for Medical Excellence
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Lisa States, MD, a pediatric radiologist at CHOP, was honored for research related to congenital hyperinsulinism.