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Diabetes (diabetes
mellitus) is classed
as a metabolism
disorder.
Metabolism refers
to the way our
bodies use
digested food for energy and growth. Most of
what we eat is broken down into glucose.
Glucose is a form of sugar in the blood... Read
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Hunger
Nausea
Abdominal discomfort
Headache
Numbness, pins and needles
Depression, moodiness
Apathy, Tiredness, Fatigue, Daydreaming
Confusion
Dizziness
Bad coordination, slurred speech
Seizures
Coma
More information on Hypoglycemia is available on our Hypoglycemia page.
Hyperglycemia - when blood glucose is too high can also have a bad effect on the patient.
Hyperglycemia can cause:
Polyphagia - frequently hungry
Polydipsia - frequently very thirsty
Polyuria - frequent urination
Blurred vision
Extreme tiredness
Weight loss
Cuts and scrapes will heal slowly and badly
Dry mouth
Dry or itchy skin
Erectile dysfunction (impotence)
Recurrent infections
Kussmaul hyperventilation: deep and rapid breathing
Cardiac arrhythmia
Stupor
Coma
More information on Hyperglycemia is available on our Hyperglycemia page.
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Sources of information:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Wikipedia, NHS Direct, University of
California (San Diego).
Disclaimer: This guide is provided for general information purposes only. The
materials contained within this guide do not constitute medical or pharmaceutical
advice, which should be sought from qualified medical and pharmaceutical
advisers. Full disclaimer.
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