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Hyperglycaemia | Diabetes Hub

Learn to spot the symptoms when your blood sugar level rises above healthy levels, and what you should do when it happens.

3 BE’S
TO BEAT DIABETES
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  1. Signs and symptoms
  2. What to do when experience hyperglycaemia
  3. Regular check ups
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Self-Monitoring of Blood Sugar
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Hyperglycaemia

Signs and symptoms

Also know as high blood sugar, hyperglycaemia happens when your blood sugar level is more than 16 mmol/L.

The common signs and symptoms include:

Increased thirst
Frequent urination
Increased hunger
Blurred vision
Headaches
Weight loss
Slow-healing cuts
Blood sugar level > 16 mmol/L
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What to do when you experience hyperglycaemia

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Check your blood sugar level more often
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Drink plenty of plain water
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Seek medical advice if symptomatic, of if blood sugar level remains persistently high >16mmol/L
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Go for regular check ups

Go for your regular check ups to detect and prevent complications. Your doctors will advise on frequency on the check ups depending on your condition.

Assessment/Test
Assessment/Test
  • Weight and height (BMI)
  • Blood pressure
  • HbA1c (blood sugar)
  • Stress, emotional well-being
Assessment/Test
  • Lipid profile (cholesterol)
  • Kidneys
  • Eyes
  • Feet
Frequency
Frequency
At least every 3 to 6 months depending on your condition
Frequency
At least every once a year depending on your condition
Possible Complications
Kidney Failure
Blindness
Amputation
Heart attack
Stroke
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