high blood sugar
High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, refers to an elevated level of glucose (sugar) in the bloodstream. It occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin or is unable to effectively utilize insulin, resulting in the accumulation of excess sugar in the blood.
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