5 Symptoms that Mean your Blood Sugar Level is out of Control

Introduction

Blood sugar levels above 180 mg/dL can be a major concern. Thankfully, your body gives you enough signals beforehand to indicate that your blood sugar levels are entering the abnormal range. Pay close attention to them and avoid increasing the chances of complications.

The skilled healthcare team at Apollo Spectra Hospitals provides you with the best diabetic care at par with international standards. They follow a holistic approach to managing blood sugar-related conditions at their clinics or even from the comfort of your home! General medicine doctors help in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of blood sugar related concerns.

Top 5 symptoms that indicate uncontrolled blood sugar levels:

You feel thirsty more frequently

Constant thirst followed by frequent urination is a classic sign of high blood sugar levels. The kidneys work overtime to filter out the excess sugar in the blood. Thus, the kidneys draw out more water from the tissues, making you dehydrated and feel more thirsty. This, in turn, increases the frequency of urination.

You experience fatigue constantly

Feeling tired, especially after a high-carb meal, may signal high blood sugar levels. Due to low amounts of insulin, sugar accumulates in the bloodstream without getting converted into energy, which causes lethargy. It also affects your concentration.

Your vision starts to blur

High blood sugar levels cause swelling of your eye lens. Therefore, hazy lines, spots and glaring lights appear. If not managed, it may lead to diabetic retinopathy. Blurred vision also causes recurrent headaches.

You perceive a tingling, numb sensation in your hands and feet

Diabetic neuropathy or nerve damage is one of the long-term effects of high blood sugar. It results in the inability of your extremities (hands and feet) to perceive pain or temperature changes. The skin dries up. Wounds take more time to heal because the circulatory system is affected due to high blood sugar levels.

You feel hungry all the time, but your weight does not increase

You experience constant weight loss despite eating a lot due to high sugar levels in your blood. Since sugar is not getting broken down because of a lack of insulin, your body derives energy by breaking down other resources in your body, such as muscle and fat. This causes unhealthy weight loss.

When to seek medical help?

Whenever you experience any one or more of the above symptoms, it is advisable to examine yourself. The expert teams of General and Internal Medicine doctors at Apollo Spectra Hospitals help diagnose the causes and suggest the best measures to control your blood sugar.

Advanced surgical facilities available at Apollo Spectra Hospitals to manage the condition:

• Bariatric surgery performed by expert bariatric surgeons at Apollo ensures effective weight loss in patients with diabetes. It improves insulin secretion, leading to better blood sugar control. Weight loss surgery is done in a minimally invasive way via laparoscopy. The doctors at Apollo Spectra Hospitals guide you through the different types of bariatric surgery, helping you choose the most suitable method for yourself.

• Gastric bypass surgery is another efficient way to control Type 2 diabetes. It reduces the chances of associated stroke and heart diseases. India’s first single-incision Gastric Bypass surgery was performed at the Apollo Spectra Hospitals.

• Arteriovenous or AV fistula surgery (a type of vascular surgery) is advised in diabetic patients with end-stage renal failure. The process involved is called Hemodialysis. Apollo has a team of trusted and highly reputed vascular surgeons trained to perform this surgery.

• Physiotherapy and pain management techniques are helpful for the nerve damage caused by diabetic neuropathy. This condition causes pain in the legs, knees, and lower back. Apollo Spectra's highly trained rehabilitation specialists and internal medicine doctors can suggest effective exercises to relieve knee pain and lower back pain.

• Women with type 2 diabetes are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer. A decrease in insulin levels decreases estrogen levels, causing cancer. The proficient oncologists at Apollo Spectra Hospitals help manage breast disease and breast pain in patients with breast cancer with the help of advanced radiation therapies such as proton therapy.

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Conclusion

Diseases such as diabetes are more prevalent in recent times due to changes in our lifestyle. We should not ignore the signs of high blood sugar because it can lead to severe complications in the future. Book your appointment (telephonic appointments are available too) at Apollo Spectra Hospitals to assess whether your symptoms are related to prediabetes or advanced diabetes. Rest assured because the highly qualified team of Diabetologists and Endocrinologists at Apollo Spectra Hospitals will provide you with the best guidance in managing the condition successfully.