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Diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome(HHS) is a complication of type 2 diabetes that involves extremely high blood sugar(glucose) levels without the presence of ketones. Ketones are byproducts of fat breakdown.Hy... |
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Symptoms
ComaConfusionConvulsionsIncreased thirstIncreased urination (at the beginning of the syndrome)LethargyNauseaWeaknessS...
Causes
Diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome is a condition of:.Extremely high blood sugar(glucose) levels Extreme la...
Tests
Signs may include:Extreme dehydrationHigh temperature -- higher than 38 degrees Centigrade (100. 4 degrees Fahrenheit...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to correct the dehydration. This will improve the blood pressure, urine output, and circula...
Prevention
Controlling type 2 diabetes and recognizing the early signs of dehydration and infection can help prevent this condit...
Doctor Specialties
This condition is a medical emergency. Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number(such as 911) if yo...
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