What is the difference between hyperglycemia and diabetes?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Chandra P

General Practitioner

MBBS
5+ Yrs

Consult Now

Hyperglycemia is a medical term indicating elevated blood sugar levels and it has many causes, one of it being Diabetes mellitus.

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Endocrinologist

Find a Endocrinologist

Answered 04/07/2025

More Endocrinology Health Queries

View all

Why am I hungry all the time?

You may feel hungry frequently if your diet lacks nutrients and protein. Also stress causes emotional hunger. Also hormonal issues like leptin resistence

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Is a 2.5 cm thyroid nodule large?

Yes, every thyroid nodule larger than 1.0 to 1.5 cm (1/2 inch) in diameter as well as those with a suspicious goiter need to have a fine needle aspiration biopsy to obtain thyroid cells for cytologic evaluation.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

My aunt has a swollen left lobe of her thyroid gland but her thyroid function tests are normal The doctor suggested a hemithyroidectomy to remove part of the left lobe I have the ultrasound report here - is surgery absolutely necessary or are there other options we should consider first

kindly share report

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Health Articles for you

View all

Cushings Syndrome

Signs of Cushing Syndrome: Recognising the Key Symptoms

know about the Cushing syndrome, what it is, causes, diagnosis, treatment options and preventing complications.

Type 2 Diabetes Treatment

Insulin Resistance Causes and Surprising Triggers

Learn about the causes and surprising triggers of insulin resistance, and discover lifestyle tips to help manage and prevent it effectively.

General Medical Consultation

Thyroid Care Guide: Important Do’s and Don’ts for Patients

Essential thyroid management do’s and don’ts. Practical thyroid health tips on medication, diet, tests, and lifestyle from trusted sources.

Thyroid

Are Brazil Nuts Beneficial For Thyroid Health?

Discover the link between Brazil nuts and thyroid health. Learn about their rich selenium content, nutritional benefits, and tips for incorporating them into a thyroid-friendly diet for better metabolism and overall well-being.

General Medical Consultation

Thyroid Disease Overview and Treatment Options

Learn about thyroid disease, including symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Discover how lifestyle changes can support better thyroid health.

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.