hyperglycaemia

Too much glucose

Hyperglycaemia is abnormally high blood sugar, the opposite of hypoglycaemia.

The condition occurs when the body cannot properly regulate glucose levels, most commonly in diabetes.

Symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue.

Also spelled hyperglycemia.

diabetes

glucose

Primary cellular fuel

pancreas · glucose tolerance · insulin resistance · glucometer · insulin pump · blood sugar · fasting glucose · postprandial · prediabetes · metabolic syndrome

complications

retinopathy

Disease of eye's photosensitive layer

cardiovascular disease · foot ulcers · infection risk · cognitive impairment · atherosclerosis · gangrene · amputation · stroke · heart attack · kidney failure

symptoms

polyuria

Excessive urine production condition

dehydration · dry mouth · headache · weight loss · frequent urination · lethargy · nausea · confusion · slow healing · fruity breath

metabolism

glycolysis

Glucose metabolism producing ATP

ketones · glucagon · cortisol · epinephrine · cellular respiration · ATP · carbohydrates · glycemic index · stress response

management

diet

Customary food consumption

medication · carbohydrates · weight loss · meal planning · portion control · low glycemic · fiber · physical activity · stress management · endocrinologist

Opposites
blood glucose level

hyperglycaemiahypoglycaemia

Insufficient glucose in bloodstream

hypoglycemia · insulin shock · sugar crash

metabolic regulation

hyperglycaemiaglucose homeostasis

Maintenance of stable blood sugar

Family

hyperglycaemic

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