Hyperglycemia: Symptoms, Complaints, Signs

The following symptoms and complaints may indicate hyperglycemia (high blood sugar):

Leading symptoms

  • Polydipsia (excessive thirst).
  • Urinary urgency with polyuria (increased urination).
  • Fatigue
  • Concentration problems
  • Nausea (nausea)/vomiting
  • Pruritus (itching)
  • Visual disturbances
  • Muscle cramps
  • Impaired consciousness
  • Weight loss
  • Glucosuria – excretion of sugar in the urine.
  • Ketonuria – ketone (acetone) excretion in the urine.