Hyperglycemia
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Hyperglycemia is the presence of glucose (sugar) levels in the blood that are higher than normal. It can appear in people with diabetes or from other situations that alter the body's handling of sugar.
Common symptoms:
- intense thirst and dry mouth
- need to urinate frequently
- tiredness and blurred vision
When to see the doctor? If the symptoms are intense, persistent or accompanied by general malaise, a prompt evaluation is advisable; severe cases require urgent care.
Which specialist treats it? The internist and the family physician evaluate hyperglycemia comprehensively, while the diabetes specialist and the nephrologist participate depending on the situation; the emergency physician handles acute episodes. If you have been told about high sugar levels, following up with a professional helps take care of yourself.
Data on 510 doctors who treat hyperglycemia
Which specialist treats hyperglycemia?
High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can be addressed by a general practitioner, and in more complex cases by an internal medicine specialist, who can assess the cause and appropriate management. Consult one of these specialists if you have elevated blood sugar levels.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hyperglycemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Naomi Bouchain Barajas
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Victor Hugo Santos Diego
Frequently asked questions
What is hyperglycemia?
Hyperglycemia is the presence of glucose (sugar) levels in the blood that are higher than normal. It can appear in people with diabetes or from other situations that alter the body's handling of sugar.
Which doctor treats hyperglycemia?
High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can be addressed by a general practitioner, and in more complex cases by an internal medicine specialist, who can assess the cause and appropriate management. Consult one of these specialists if you have elevated blood sugar levels.