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2. Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state - Wikipedia

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   Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state ( HHS ), also known as hyperosmolar non-ketotic state ( HONK ), is a complication of diabetes mellitus in which high blood sugar results in high osmolarity without significant ketoacidosis. [4] [5] Symptoms include signs of dehydration, weakness, leg cramps, vision problems, and an altered level of consciousness ...

3. Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome - Healthline

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   HHS is a medical emergency. Call 911 or get immediate medical help if you have HHS symptoms. What are the symptoms of diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome?

4. HHNS vs. DKA: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Healthline

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   nausea, vomiting, or stomachache. confusion, slurred speech, or weakness on one side of your body. Symptoms of DKA can include: frequent urination. extreme thirst. high blood sugar levels. high ...

5. Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Causes, Symptoms, Treatments - WebMD

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   Another condition that can sometimes seem like diabetic ketoacidosis is hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, also called HHS. HHS and DKA have similar symptoms, including feeling very thirsty, having ...

6. Hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar): Symptoms, Causes, More

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   gastrointestinal issues, such as nausea, vomiting, or pain. dry skin. confusion. People with HHS typically have a blood glucose level over 600 mg/dL, according to a 2017 review. In addition to ...

7. Hyperosmolar syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Hyperosmolar syndrome or diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome is a medical emergency caused by a very high blood glucose level . The prefix "hyper-" means high, and "osmolarity" is a measure of the concentration of active particles in a solution, so the name of the syndrome simply refers to the high concentration of glucose in the blood .

8. Hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar): Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

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   Causes include: Cushing's syndrome. This rare condition happens when your cortisol hormone levels stay raised for too long. One symptom of the disease is high blood sugar. Diseases of the pancreas ...

9. Diabetic ketoacidosis - Wikipedia

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   Diabetic ketoacidosis ( DKA) is a potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes mellitus. [1] Signs and symptoms may include vomiting, abdominal pain, deep gasping breathing, increased urination, weakness, confusion and occasionally loss of consciousness. [1] A person's breath may develop a specific "fruity" smell. [1]