Is having high blood sugar the same thing as diabetes?

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Is having high blood sugar the same thing as diabetes?

Is having high blood sugar the same thing as diabetes?

Yes.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Why is my blood sugar still high after insulin?

This is because overtime, your body becomes insulin resistant the pancreas keeps making more insulin to try to make cells respond.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Can too much insulin raise blood sugar?

Chronic insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia can result in chronic high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), which leads to prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

What are the dangers of blood sugar below 70?

Hypoglycemia is low blood sugar levels. One needs to pop a candy or glucose rich drink to prevent complications. You may experience dizziness, fast heart beats or even fainting if you delay taking glucose rich foods.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Why does having low blood sugar result in dizziness?

This is because your brain preserves as much as energy possible and it makes you feel dizzy or light headed.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

Why won't my blood sugar go down with insulin?

This is because overtime, your body becomes insulin resistant the pancreas keeps making more insulin to try to make cells respond.

Last updated on 28 Sep 2023

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