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Hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar, is a condition that is becoming prevalent among the young and old.<\/h2>\n

Society has become affluent, so people prefer expensive, sugary desserts. So the fact that there are more people with the signs of high blood sugar than before is not surprising.<\/p>\n

If diabetes and hyperglycemia run in your family, take some time to understand its causes and symptoms. This article will point out the signs of high blood sugar<\/em> and teach you how to keep it in check.<\/p>\n

Causes of High Blood Sugar<\/h3>\n

You must rein in your blood sugar if you have Type 2 diabetes. Not doing so will lead to a potentially fatal condition known as the hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome (HHNS), when your body cannot process blood sugar any longer. You may be unable to urinate because you are completely dehydrated.<\/p>\n

To avoid hyperglycemia, you must know its causes. Your blood sugar may spike if you miss your insulin injections or eat too many carbohydrates. You may also develop hyperglycemia<\/a> if you are ill, under stress or do not exercise enough.<\/p>\n

Warning signs that your blood sugar is high:<\/h3>\n

How would you know if your blood sugar has shot through the roof? You can spot the warning signs of high blood sugar<\/strong> even before you see the doctor. If you notice any of them, arrange for an appointment at once!<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Dehydration<\/h4>\n

Your skin will feel dry and scaly if your blood sugar levels are on the high end. You may have problems urinating as well. Dehydration<\/a> can cause diabetic ketoacidosis or too many acids building up in the body. It can lead to organ failure or death.<\/p>\n

2. Feeling Parched<\/h4>\n

Are you always reaching for water, even if the weather is not too hot? Constant thirst indicates dehydration. It shows you that you have to work at making your blood sugar levels drop.<\/p>\n

3. Diarrhea<\/h4>\n

Having constant diarrhea is a warning symptom of Hyperglycemia. Seek a doctor’s help if your stools are runny. There may be an overgrowth of bacteria in your intestines. Also, it may be difficult for them to break down sugar.<\/p>\n

4. Loss of Appetite<\/h4>\n

Hyperglycemia can create a condition known as Gastroparesis when food moves slowly through the digestive tract. Food cannot move out of the stomach and into the small intestine.\u00a0 A person with Hyperglycemia will lose his appetite because he has a clogged stomach.<\/p>\n

5. Excessive Hunger Pangs<\/h4>\n

If you have hyperglycemia, you will always need to raid your kitchen. Devouring an entire apple pie will not seem enough; you will have to top it up with a few scoops of vanilla ice-cream as well. You will have developed Polyphagia, or excessive hunger, one of the main symptoms of diabetes.<\/p>\n

6. Impotence<\/h4>\n

Sex may not bring you the same satisfaction it used to. High blood sugar has links with Erectile Dysfunction or ED. Men with diabetes may develop ED because the blood vessels and nerves that prompt erections are weak.<\/p>\n

7. Open Cuts<\/h4>\n

If your cuts and bruises take a long time to stop bleeding, it may be a sign that you have high blood sugar. Alert your doctor if you have external injuries that do not heal. Your nerves may have weakened, causing a loss of sensation and difficulty healing.<\/p>\n

The lack of blood flow<\/a> to the wound may stop it from closing up. You may also have immune deficiencies, which will not help it either.<\/p>\n

8. Itchiness<\/h4>\n

You may scratch to no end if you have high blood sugar. Itchiness and scaly skin are a clear symptom of Type 2 Diabetes and Hyperglycemia. High blood sugar lowers your immunity<\/a>, which makes you prone to fungal infections and diabetic dermopathy (big, brown patches on the skin<\/em>).<\/p>\n

9. Frequent Urination<\/h4>\n

Do you always need to go to the bathroom? Check your blood sugar levels<\/strong>. If you have to pee often<\/a>, it could be a sign that they have risen.<\/p>\n

10. Nerve Dysfunction<\/h4>\n

If you prick yourself with a needle but do not feel it, think about your blood sugar. Hyperglycemia often results in nerve damage and a loss of sensation.<\/p>\n

11. Unclear Vision<\/h4>\n

One of the early warning signs of diabetes is blurred vision. Hyperglycemia may cause the fluid in the macula to leak. It may start to swell as well, resulting in some loss of sight.<\/p>\n

12. Recurring Infections<\/h4>\n

If you have foot infections that refuse to heal, you may have diabetes and high blood sugar. According to many studies, recurring infections happen because diabetes lowers the body’s immunity. Research<\/a> by the University of Michigan shows that diabetes puts a patient at risk of surgical site infections.<\/p>\n

13. Lightheadedness<\/h4>\n

If your head spins like a top, it could indicate problems with your blood sugar levels. Fluctuations in blood sugar may damage brain cells, causing you to feel lightheaded.<\/p>\n

14. Fatigue<\/h4>\n

Those same fluctuations may make you feel tired all the time. Many people blame this on insulin resistance. Blood does not circulate well, causing you to feel excessively tired<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

15. Problems with Focus<\/h4>\n

Do you find concentrating difficult? Fluctuating blood sugar levels may be making it hard for you to focus. Visit your doctor if you find yourself falling asleep at your office desk.<\/p>\n

16. A Weak Pulse<\/h4>\n

Poor blood flow will lead to a weak pulse. A threading pulse is one of the classic symptoms of hyperglycemia.<\/p>\n

17. Bad Breath<\/h4>\n

Diabetes and bad breath<\/a> go together. If you have diabetes, your gums and teeth are not likely to receive enough blood. Glucose levels in the gums increase, leading to bacteria and bad breath.<\/p>\n

18. Palpitations<\/h4>\n

If you have diabetes and consume high glycemic foods, you will create blood sugar imbalances. They cause irregular blood flow and hence, palpitations.<\/p>\n

19. Blood Sugar Readings<\/h4>\n

Get your doctor to take your blood sugar reading. You have Hyperglycemia if your reading is higher than 350mg\/dl.<\/p>\n

20. Restlessness<\/h4>\n

Diabetes and Hyperglycemia could lead to permanent nerve damage in the legs. Damaged nerves can cause you to have an insatiable urge to move your limbs often, disrupting your rest.<\/p>\n

The GI Index<\/h3>\n

A definite way to keep your blood sugar in check is to be conscious of the carbohydrate content in food. The Glycemic Index (GI) shows how many carbohydrates<\/strong> the bread, pasta, and rice you eat contain.<\/p>\n

A Low-GI diet can lower the risk of Hyperglycemia. It also protects an already Hyperglycemic individual from related conditions like stroke or cardiovascular disease.<\/p>\n

You should probably give these foods a miss if your blood sugar is high:<\/strong><\/p>\n