(R73) Elevated blood glucose level

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181 502 in individuals diagnosis elevated blood glucose level confirmed

3 095 deaths with diagnosis elevated blood glucose level

2% mortality rate associated with the disease elevated blood glucose level

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis elevated blood glucose level is diagnosed Women are 5.41% more likely than Men

85 837

Men receive the diagnosis elevated blood glucose level

1 784 (2.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

95 665

Women receive the diagnosis elevated blood glucose level

1 311 (1.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease elevated blood glucose level - Men and Women aged 10-14

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features elevated blood glucose level

Absence or low individual and public risk

Elevated blood glucose level - what does this mean

Elevated blood glucose level occurs when the body is unable to produce enough insulin to regulate the amount of glucose in the bloodstream, or when the body is unable to use the insulin it produces effectively. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, medications, and certain medical conditions.

What happens during the disease - elevated blood glucose level

Elevated blood glucose levels, also known as hyperglycemia, is caused by an imbalance between the amount of glucose entering the bloodstream and the amount of glucose leaving the bloodstream. this can be caused by a lack of insulin production in the body, or an increase in the amount of glucose entering the bloodstream due to the consumption of high-sugar foods or drinks. in some cases, it can be caused by certain medications or health conditions.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Obtain a fasting blood glucose level
Perform an oral glucose tolerance test
Perform a random glucose test
Perform a glycated hemoglobin test
Perform a C-peptide test
Perform a urine test for glucose
Perform a thyroid-stimulating hormone test
Perform a complete metabolic panel

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Lowering elevated blood glucose levels

Following a healthy diet
Regular exercise
Monitoring blood glucose levels
Taking prescribed medications
Managing stress levels
Getting adequate sleep
Limiting alcohol consumption

11 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Elevated blood glucose level - Prevention

The best way to prevent elevated blood glucose levels is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, which includes regular physical activity, eating a balanced diet, and managing stress levels. additionally, it is important to monitor blood glucose levels regularly and to consult with a healthcare professional if any changes are noticed.

Main symptoms of the disease elevated blood glucose level

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Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 16 diseases

Specified forms of the disease

(R73.0) Abnormal glucose tolerance test
(R73.9) Hyperglycaemia, unspecified

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