Side Effects of High Blood Sugar / health guideline 360
High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, is a condition that affects people who have diabetes. It happens when the glucose (sugar) level in the blood is too high for a long time. This can cause serious health problems if it is not treated. What Causes High Blood Sugar? High blood sugar can be caused by several factors, such as: • Eating too much food, especially carbohydrates (such as bread, rice, pasta, and sweets) • Not taking enough insulin or other medication to lower blood sugar • Skipping or forgetting doses of insulin or medication • Being sick or stressed • Having an infection or injury • Being less active than usual What Are The Symptoms Of High Blood Sugar? High blood sugar may not cause any symptoms at first. But as the blood sugar level rises, you may notice some of the following signs: • Feeling thirsty and drinking more water than usual • Urinating more often, especially at night • Feeling tired and weak • Having blurred vision • Having dry mouth or