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High blood glucose
(Hyperglycaemia)
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Occurs
when the blood glucose level is too high (more than
15mmol/L).
This happens when your body does not have enough insulin,
when you:
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forget
to take your medicine or insulin or not taking
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eat too much or eat
the wrong types of food |
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are sick, injured
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You may experience:
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frequent
urination which may even disturb your sleep |
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increased thirst |
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tiredness and confusion |
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nausea and vomiting |
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problems with vision |
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What
you must do
Consult your doctor as soon as possible
for treatment.
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dry mouth and skin |
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fast breathing |
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drowsiness |
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loss of consciousness |
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your
family member or caregiver must call
an ambulance immediately as this would
mean more urgent treatment is necessary.
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