# Hyperglycemia

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## Labels

**Preferred Label:** High Blood Sugar

**Alternative Labels:**

- Elevated Blood Sugar
- High Blood Glucose

## Definition

Hyperglycemia is an abnormally high level of blood glucose that can result from inadequate insulin production or insulin resistance. It may produce both acute and long-term complications affecting various body systems.

## Sub Class Of

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## Parent Class Of

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