Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening complication of diabetes that occurs when the body doesn’t have enough insulin to use blood sugar for energy. Instead, the liver breaks down fat for fuel, producing acids called ketones that can build up to dangerous levels in the body.
Symptoms of Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
Diabetic ketoacidosis symptoms often come on quickly, sometimes within 24 hours.
Symptoms may be the first sign of people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, but it’s more common in people with type 1 diabetes. Common triggers include infections, new-onset diabetes, or not taking insulin as prescribed.
Vomiting
Being very thirsty
Dry mouth and skin
Urinating often or Increased urination
Feeling a need to throw up and throwing up
Having stomach pain/Abdominal pain
Being weak or tired/Fatigue
Being short of breath/Deep gasping breathing
Having fruity-scented breath/Breath that smells fruity
Being confused
On Investigation
High blood sugar level
High ketone levels in urine
Treatment for Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
HI…E
Hydration/Fluids: Replaces lost fluids and thins out blood sugar
Insulin: Reverses DKA
Electrolytes: Replaces minerals in the blood that help the heart, muscles, and nerves function
DKA requires urgent treatment in the hospital.
Seek emergency care while
Blood sugar level is higher than 350 mg/dL for more than one test.
Ketones in urine
Excessive thirst,
Frequent urination,
Nausea and vomiting,
Stomach pain,
Weakness or fatigue,
Shortness of breath,
Fruity-scented breath, and confusion.
Untreated diabetic ketoacidosis can lead to death.
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