Warning Signs Of High Blood Sugar
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20 April 2025
High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can develop gradually and may not cause immediate symptoms, but there are several common warning signs to watch for:
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1. Increased thirst and urination: When there's excess glucose in the blood, the kidneys work harder to eliminate it, leading to frequent urination and dehydration
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2. Fatigue: High blood sugar can cause fatigue, weakness, and a general feeling of being unwell
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3. Blurred vision: Fluctuations in blood sugar levels can affect the lens in the eye, causing blurred vision
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4. Slow healing of cuts and wounds: High blood sugar can impede the body's ability to heal wounds and cuts
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5. Tingling or numbness in hands and feet: High blood sugar can damage nerves, causing numbness or tingling sensations
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6. Recurring infections: People with high blood sugar may experience recurring infections, particularly of the skin, gums, or urinary tract
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7. Increased hunger: When cells aren't receiving the glucose they need for energy, the body may signal hunger more frequently
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8. Dry mouth and fruity breath odour: High blood sugar can cause dry mouth and a fruity or acetone-like breath odour
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