Hyperglycemia
(noun)
A medical condition characterized by an excessive amount of glucose in the blood.
Origin:
The word "hyperglycemia" is derived from the greek word "hyper" meaning high, "glykys" meaning sweet and "haima" meaning blood. it refers to the medical condition of having a high level of glucose in the blood.
Examples:
- The patient was diagnosed with hyperglycemia and was advised to follow a low-carb diet.
- Hyperglycemia is a common symptom of diabetes.
- The patient's blood sugar levels were high, indicating hyperglycemia.
- Hyperglycemia can lead to serious health complications if left untreated.
- The medication was prescribed to help control the patient's hyperglycemia.