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How high can blood sugar get before it reaches a dangerous level that would require immediate attention?
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It depends: Different people can tolerate different degrees of high blood sugar. In general, type 2 diabetics can tolerate higher blood sugar numbers compared to type 1 diabetic. In any case, once you start seeing ketones in the urine (or smell a fruity smell on your breath), it's time to take action!
Answered 9/15/2019
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Over 250 mg/dl: Two complications from high blood sugar require immediate attention, and they have different blood sugar thresholds (>250 or >600). Depending on type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you’re more likely to develop one or the other. Symptoms like excessive thirst and urination, weakness, confusion, fast heart rate, and dehydration together with high blood sugar, may suggest the need for medical attention.
Answered 12/10/2019
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