Persistent level 1 hypoglycemia due to hypothyroidism and underlying Neurofibromatosis type 1

Key Clinical MessageHypoglycemia in non-diabetic patients is rare and may be due to various etiologies. It is important to recognize hypoglycemia early and appropriately manage hypoglycemia in patients with neurofibromatosis 1 and hypothyroidism. Non-diabetic hypoglycemia is not common and can be seen in certain conditions like Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1). We report a rare case of 66-year-old man with hypothyroidism and NF1 who developed a persistent level 1 hypoglycemia.

Automated summary

Non-diabetic hypoglycemia is rare and can be caused by various factors. It is crucial to promptly recognize and properly manage hypoglycemia in patients with neurofibromatosis 1 and hypothyroidism.