How does hyperglycemia relate to Type 2 diabetes?
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Hyperglycemia is a condition in which blood sugar levels are considerably higher than normal. It is a common complication of type 2 diabetes. Hyperglycemia can be caused by insufficient insulin levels, inactivity, irregular diet, and other factors. Symptoms can vary from minor (elevated thirst, tiredness, more frequent urination, blurred vision) to more serious (difficulty breathing, mental impairment, nausea, coma). If you have type 2 diabetes, you should be aware of these types of symptoms and know what to do when they occur.
Hyperglycemia is a condition in which blood sugar levels are considerably higher than normal. It is a common complication of type 2 diabetes. Hyperglycemia can be caused by insufficient insulin levels, inactivity, irregular diet, and other factors.... More -
American Diabetes Association answered:Compared with people with type 1 diabetes, people with type 2 diabetes have less dramatic swings in blood glucose levels. But they can sustain high blood glucose levels over prolonged periods without even knowing it. This can wear on the body and may cause diabetes complications. By monitoring your blood glucose levels regularly, you can guard against chronic hyperglycemia.
Acute hyperglycemia can occur in people with type 2 diabetes and is life threatening. Hyperglycemia in people with type 2 diabetes does not usually produce ketones. But blood glucose levels can soar to over 600 mg/dl and even as high as 1,000 mg/dl. This sometimes happens before diabetes is diagnosed. Extreme hyperglycemia can cause a coma.
Compared with people with type 1 diabetes, people with type 2 diabetes have less dramatic swings in blood glucose levels. But they can sustain high blood glucose levels over prolonged periods without even knowing it. This can wear on the body and... More
