Normal blood sugar levels chart

Usually, the body can manage excess blood sugar either by eliminating it or converting it into fat cells.

If high blood sugar levels persist, however, problems can arise.

In time, persistent high blood sugar may result in damage to the:

A wide range of complications can also result, such as slow wound healing and frequent infections.

Other possible complications include:

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)

If the body cannot use glucose for energy, it starts to break down fat instead. In doing so, it releases substances called ketones.

At high levels, ketones are toxic.

10.2 blood sugar level after eating

If high levels of ketones build up in the blood, DKA can occur. Symptoms include:

DKA is a life threatening emergency, and a person will need immediate medical attention. Research suggests it is the complication of type 1 diabetes.

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Find out more about DKA.

Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome (HHS)

HHS is a potentially life threatening condition that involves high blood sugar and dehydration.

Symptoms :

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