Type 2 Diabetes: Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar)

What is hyperglycemia/ high blood sugar?

Hyperglycemia means high blood sugar: blood sugars above 7mmo/L (before eating) or above 11mmol/L (after a meal). Hyperglycemia can occur quickly or can happen gradually over a very long period of time. 

What are some symptoms you might have if you have hyperglycemia/ high blood sugars?

  • Extreme thirst
  • Weakness
  • Fatigue
  • Frequent urination   
  • Blurred vision
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Slower healing                         

If you have some of these symptoms you should check your blood sugars.

High blood sugars may occur because:

  • You ate more food than normal
  • You are ill or having a stressful time
  • You need a change in your diabetes medications
  • You are less active than usual

If you can understand why your blood sugar has gone up, you might be able to correct it.

If you cannot correct your blood sugars and the symptoms persist, consult your doctor or diabetes educator, they will talk to you about some of the ways you can bring down blood sugars.

Having high blood sugars frequently or for a long period is not healthy for your body, even if you feel fine and have no symptoms. 

 

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