Question

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	Hypoglycemia	Hyperglycemia
Causes
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Treatment

Answer 1

Answer: Hypoglycemia:

The cause of hypoglycemia is the low blood glucose level which can be result of low intake of sugar or any side effects of the medications such as hyperglycemic medication.

Sign and symptoms:

• Blurred vision
• Unconsciousness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Weight loss

Treatment: Instant intake of the sugar and fluids can maintain the blood sugar level. If the case gets extreme then Injection can be given to increase sugar level.

Hyperglycemia:

Cause: Excess intake of sugar, genetic factors can be the reason of the increased blood glucose level in the body.

Sign and symptoms:

• Blurred vision
• Excess sweating
• Excessive hunger
• Weight loss
• Nausea

Treatment: medications such as metformin , biguanides etc are given to maintain blood sugar level.