glycosuria
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of glycosuria
1855–60; glycose (a monosaccharide) + -uria
Example Sentences
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Though an exceptionally high sugar intake might cause sugar to appear briefly in the urine, the appearance of glycosuria usually points to type I or II diabetes mellitus.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
On the other hand, the glycosuria may diminish or may even disappear after amputation.
From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis
Lately the powdered seed has been recommended in the treatment of glycosuria or at least it has been stated that its internal use lessens and finally abolishes the glucose from the urine of the patient.
From The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines by Thomas, Jerome Beers
In three cases in my experience patients with an objection they thought constitutional, developed glycosuria, and then nearly all their desserts were custards, and eggs became a standing dish in their daily diet.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
Physiological glycosuria is, however, usually considered to be dangerous, inasmuch as its frequent occurrence may disturb the normal metabolism of sugar, and lead to diabetes.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
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