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Hyperglycemia Related Diseases & Conditions

Medical conditions are often related to other diseases and conditions. Our doctors have compiled a list of ailments related to the topic of Hyperglycemia. These conditions may be a cause or symptom of Hyperglycemia or be a condition for which you may be at increased risk.

  • Dizziness Dizziness is a symptom that is often applies to a variety of sensations including lightheadedness and vertigo. Causes of...learn more »
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    Dizziness Article
    • Introduction to dizziness (feeling dizzy)
    • What are some common causes of dizziness?
    • Low blood pressure
    • Postural or orthostatic hypotension
    • High blood pressure
    • Diabetes
    • Endocrine diseases
    • Hyperventilation
    • Heart conditions
    • Vasovagal syncope
    • Dizziness and vertigo
    • What are the symptoms experienced when a person feels dizzy?
    • When should I call the doctor for dizziness?
    • How is dizziness diagnosed?
    • How is dizziness/vertigo diagnosed?
    • How is dizziness treated?
    • Dizziness At A Glance
  • Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. The two types of diabetes...learn more »
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    Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Article
    • Diabetes facts
    • What is diabetes?
    • What is the impact of diabetes?
    • What causes diabetes?
    • What are the different types of diabetes?
    • What are diabetes symptoms?
    • How is diabetes diagnosed?
    • Why is blood sugar checked at home?
    • What are the acute complications of diabetes?
    • What are the chronic complications of diabetes?
    • What can be done to slow diabetes complications?
    • What are the treatments for diabetes?
  • Encephalopathy Encephalopathy means brain disease, damage, or malfunction. Causes of encephalopathy are varied and numerous. The main symptom of...learn more »
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    Encephalopathy Article
    • What is encephalopathy?
    • What causes encephalopathy?
    • What are the symptoms of encephalopathy?
    • How is encephalopathy diagnosed?
    • What is the treatment for encephalopathy?
    • What are the complications of encephalopathy?
    • What is the prognosis (outlook) for encephalopathy?
    • Can encephalopathy be prevented?
    • Encephalopathy At A Glance
    • For more information on types of encephalopathy
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  • Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetic Neuropathy is a complication of diabetes that causes damage to the nerves; this is related to the blood glucose of the...learn more »
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    Diabetic Neuropathy Article
    • What is diabetic neuropathy?
    • What is diabetic peripheral neuropathy?
    • What is diabetic autonomic neuropathy?
    • What is diabetic proximal neuropathy?
    • What is diabetic focal neuropathy?
    • What other nerve damage is seen in patients with diabetes?
    • Can diabetic neuropathy be prevented?
  • Diabetes Treatment The major goal in treating diabetes is controlling elevated blood sugar without causing abnormally low levels of blood sugar....learn more »
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    Diabetes Treatment Article
    • How is diabetes treated?
    • Medications for type 2 diabetes
    • Sulfonylureas
    • Meglitinides - (Prandin and Starlix)
    • Medications that decrease the amount of glucose produced by the liver
    • Medications that increase the sensitivity of cells to insulin (Actos and Avandia)
    • Medications that decrease the absorption of carbohydrates from the intestine (Precose)
    • New medications that affect glycemic control (Symlin, Byetta, Victoza)
    • DPP-IV inhibitors
    • Combination medications
    • Treatment of diabetes with insulin
    • Different methods of delivering insulin
    • Pre-filled insulin pens
    • Insulin pump
    • Inhaled Insulin
    • Intranasal, Transderm
    • Diabetes diet
    • The future of pancreas transplantation
  • Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetes and eye problems are generally caused by high blood sugar levels over an extended period of time. Types of eye problems...learn more »
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    Diabetes and Eye Problems Article
    • Eye problems and diabetes introduction
    • Cataracts and diabetes
    • Glaucoma and diabetes
    • Diabetic retinopathy
    • Prevention of eye problems with diabetes
    • When to contact your doctor about eye problems in diabetes
  • Diabetic Home Care Management Diabetic home care management is important. The goal of diabetic therapy is to control blood glucose levels and prevent the...learn more »
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    Diabetic Home Care Management Article
    • Diabetic home care management facts
    • What is diabetes?
    • What is the treatment for diabetes?
    • Exercise therapy
    • Diet therapy (diabetic diet)
    • Drug therapy
    • How is diabetic treatment monitored at home?
    • Blood glucose reagent strips
    • Blood glucose meters
    • Urine glucose tests
    • Tests for urinary ketones
    • What additional monitoring does the doctor do?
    • Blood glucose
    • Continuous glucose sensors (CGMS)
    • Hemoglobin A1C testing